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yourfavisdiabetic · 2 years ago

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Hello all!

Many, manymanymany apologies for the unannounced hiatus. (Still ongoing. Not enough spoons. D: ) I will be back at some point, I promise.

I've been thinking of this blog a lot, what it means to me, and what I want it to be, especially when I don't have the energy to maintain it. Obviously, collecting all the t1d rep I can find in one place is a huge goal! And I think I've made a pretty good start on that. There's over one thousand posts on this blog and several hundred fics in the AO3 collection. That's a lot of search and save.

That's not all I want to do, though. Fandom, to me, is about the things we love. Reading them, writing them, gushing about them in the middle of the night. Throwing your pencil at the wall because you can't get the angle of that epically-sexy jawline just right. And most of all, sharing it all.

I don't think I'm alone when I say community is HUGE for both people with type one diabetes and folks in fandom.

I think we all know exactly how niche the concept of a character with T1D is. Sure, we can make (and have made!) fics and fan art with T1D rep, but then what? Is there somewhere we can talk about it with fandom friends and have them really get it, or do they just nod mutely and change the subject? Where can you headcanon a character as diabetic without it turning into an educational post?

Or, if you're interested in learning more about life with T1D, whether you don't have it at all or maybe you do but you're on MDI and don't know how to write pumps, who can you ask about it?

And on the flipside: have you ever tried talking fandom at diabetes camp? Because I have.

If any of this feels familiar to you, I've got something awesome to tell you!

Introducing...the Type 1 Diabetes in Fandom Discord Server—a virtual haven where diabetes doesn't define us, but our love for fandoms and creativity certainly does! Whether you're crafting intricate AUs or just can't get the next chapter fast enough, this is YOUR community to thrive, connect, and share ideas or experiences.

What's in it for You?

A safe and supportive space to chat about your fave fics, share recs, and maybe even create some epic friendships

A chance to join discussions on realistic representation and the magical realm of diabetic fan theories

Swap prompts to spark your imagination and fuel your creative prowess

A place to discuss the highs and lows (literally!) of managing Type 1 Diabetes while pursuing your passion for everything fannish

...and all without worry that people won't understand why it's so frustrating when a character fixes their low BG with a timely insulin bolus!

*tip for writers: please google how insulin works before hitting post, please. I beg you.

So if you're up for mingling with like-minded fans or gaining a better understanding of diabetes, this is your opportunity!

Whether you're making a Hogwarts AU or need to cry about your Dexcom readings, we're ready and waiting to meet you. Excited to embark on this epic adventure and make some new friends? Click that join button, and come join the party!

*The Join Button*

#type 1 diabetes in fandom #hi y'all #i love you and i miss you and i will return #eventually

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yourfavisdiabetic · 3 years ago

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Type 1 diabetics have the right to keep both devices (pump and CGM) on their person at all times.

Needles and other insulin delivery systems are always allowed on a plane.

You are allowed to keep your insulin with you as a carry on.

Do NOT allow your pump or cgm to be xrayed! Also do NOT walk through a metal detector.

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yourfavisdiabetic · 3 years ago

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I know I send a lot of requests but I want you to know that I don't want to rush you. Please take all the time to rest that you need and skip whatever you need to skip.

I just send so much because of how much I love your blog and what you do! but yeah, take care of yourself first please.

😅☺️

Thank you so much! I really appreciate this.

I definitely plan on getting back to the requests soon but a few other things came up that have to be dealt with first. Thank you for sending as much as you do! I normally love having characters to find but--like I said, just a busy time of year 🙈

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yourfavisdiabetic · 3 years ago

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I know I have stuff in the inbox to get to. I know I said I would get to it last weekend. I did not, but I didn't forget either.

I will try soon. Ty for your patience. 💖

#it's been a long week #your fav is diabetic

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yourfavisdiabetic · 3 years ago

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Ensign Tendi from Star Trek Lower Decks is Type 1 Diabetic