If you’re 14 years old and breaking into public speaking, it would be hard to find a better audience than librarians! Ellie had a ball visiting with librarians from around the state at the Missouri Library Association’s 2022 Annual Conference: Restoring Connections. She shared her book, TYPE ONE DIABETES A-Z,...
For the latest installment of 22 in ’22 (a series of quick takes, easy lists, and fast reads), we’re tackling T1D terminology. What could be more appropriate than the ABCs of diabetes as we head back to school? It’s also fitting since Type One Diabetes A-Z is Ellie’s alphabet book...
Life is full of setbacks, opportunities to regroup, and compelling reasons to keep moving forward. The type one diabetes (T1D) community gets it. Our common narrative is living with challenges, expecting the unexpected, recalibrating expectations, and not giving in. This holds true for advocacy efforts, too....
With summer heat, manage diabetes with extra care staying hydrated, watching your blood glucose (BG) closely, and keeping insulin cool. (There are great accessories for this, but a tried-and-true ice pack always works.)...
We’re back with the latest installment of “22 in ’22” (a series of quick takes, easy lists, and fast reads)!...
Join Ellie Saturday, July 23 from 11 a.m.-12 noon at Pagination Bookshop, 1150 E. Walnut St., Springfield, MO, for a reading and book signing. Ellie's book, Type One Diabetes A-Z, is an alphabet book for young readers. ...
People with type one diabetes (T1D) need insulin to survive. It’s as simple as that. Maybe that’s the only straightforward element of managing T1D and accessing insulin....
Please mark your calendars! Ellie will be reading and signing her book, Type One Diabetes A-Z, around the Ozarks and connecting with other kids with T1D. It’s gratifying to be a part of in-person events and to meet (and learn from) other families....
Easter blessings! Our friends at Children with Diabetes created a wonderful carb count cheat sheet with Easter menu items and favorite candies....
Ellie had the pleasure of visiting Willard Orchard Hills Elementary School to read Type One Diabetes A-Z. Our thanks to librarian Mrs. Trishna Rosebrough, who marked her 30th diaversary....