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Continue reading →: Librarianship…the nice profession
Now I have been called many things throughout my life but some of the best names have been associated with my role as a librarian. I have even been a superhero from time to time when helping others to access the information they need. Technology has brought much change to…
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Continue reading →: Prickly topic
Apologies if no-one else has come up against this problem, but what is the deal with safe disposal of sharps across the UK at present? It all used to be so simple. I would go online and request collection of my full sharps box from my City Council – and…
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Continue reading →: Feeling small
Today I feel small… Not sure whyand I will not fall into the mistake of stating that someone has made me feel this way… not helpful or true. I know that this feeling will pass and my little mouse voice will roar again like a lion 🦁 #mouse #lion #voice…
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Continue reading →: A little stardust
Nice reminder this morning that those we may have lost are always with us ✨️ Ever since Covid our weekly food shop has become a bit of a routine… same local Sainsburys at opening time amongst a group of people who have become our friends 💙 Members of The Tiswas…
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Continue reading →: Courage to be happy
I am not a great reader of non-fiction, and only usually pick such books up to support training, but this particular title is turning out to be a real gem 💎 Described by the author as a distillation of the teachings of psychologist Alfred Adler, the conversational approach of the…
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Continue reading →: A little reminder..
…to turn it blue today 💙 It’s World Diabetes Day today, so let’s celebrate our strength by wearing #blue 💙 #worlddiabetesday #blue #diabetes #strength #celebrate
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Continue reading →: A chance encounter
I have been told that I have the ability to get people to share details about themselves with me very easily. Yet I am still overcome with surprise and thankfulness when conversations with strangers develop quickly into shared understanding and connection. I had such an interaction today with a lovely…
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Continue reading →: Taking a break
Just because diabetes doesn’t take a break it shouldn’t stop us from taking time away from everyday life to regroup and simply be in the moment. Having enjoyed a few days on the stunning Dorset coast I was reminded of the power and beauty of the sea and I was…
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Continue reading →: Trick or treat
As with most things in life, moderation seems to be the key at this time of year as celebrations such as Halloween do seem to revolve around eating food especially sweet treats. Rachel Woods from the University of Lincoln provides a nice overview of the myths around sugar comsumption, especially…
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Continue reading →: Wednesday wise words
I needed a little positivity this Wednesday morning, so sharing this in case someone else does too 💙💙💙 #diabetes #quote #motivation #courage
Hello
Pavlova here
Welcome to Crumbling Pavlova, where we hope to encourage an open and honest sharing of what it means to live with diabetes.
We aim to highlight issues which impact on the diabetic community, in the hope of supporting and giving encouragement to help you to believe that you can live a happy and full life.
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