It is sad that the CDE didn't read between the lines of the other post. Between the lines was a scared mother that just needed some understanding.

I am so THANKFUL that you have an endo to go to tomorrow that you know. That you can talk to. That listened rather than burned bridges. For the record...I don't think you are the bridge burner here. Love you friend!

Ok first. Im pissed. I reread that post 2x and u didnt say anything wrong!

Youre a wonderful mother and pancreas and burn bridges I dont believe you did. Why shes acting like that I dont know but I know its not your fault.

Youre NEVER alone.. I am always here any time if you need anything! But you know that already.

I love you! And well #youregangsta period ;)

That's really too bad. Your blog is a place to vent and get out your thoughts and emotions in order to understand them better...the main thing you are trying to do is help your kid while still allowing some normalcy. I think you a least deserve a second chance! That makes me sad, but hopefully you will find someone else that's a good fit for what you and your son need. Good luck!

I'm not sure what to say except I think that it's tough - I think it's tough dealing with all we have to deal with and being so perfectly civil with etiquette on our less than adequate sleep and high anxiety, I think it's tough saying what we need to say in a way that really expresses the truth without stepping on toes...
I think you've done nothing wrong. I think things work for the better even when we can't see that in the moment.
I hope you're having a more lovely evening after you typed all of this and are now able to have a fantastic rest of your week :)

Just FYI - we had a sensor break off in Willie's arm. It has only happened once, but it does happen!

Oh Laura - I wish we lived closer because it is soooo lonely having a child with diabetes. I totally understand that feeling.

I truly hope that your appointment goes fantastic!

Laura - I am so happy you found an endo and one you know and are going back. I don't think you are a bridge burner my dear, you express how you feel and do it honestly. You are an amazing mama pancreas!

If there is one thing I've learned in the past few years is that you should never regret anything that you put on YOUR blog or site. I made the mistake one time of actually shutting down The Diabetes Dude because a mother of two kids with diabetes sent me a nasty-gram that I was causing harm to my son by calling him "The Diabetes Dude". She clearly didn't get it, didn't get what I was doing, didn't get the fact that Noah's site, is, well, Noah's site. We actually shut down the site for about two days and my hubby said I was being rediculous. This woman wasn't putting her heart and soul into the site, we were and more importantly, Noah was.

Point being-YOU did NOTHING wrong....NOTHING, so don't change being you because you think it may hurt someone's feelings.

I had never heard about that happening with the sensor. I'd be interested in hearing how you resolve/resolved it. And, hope future dr appts don't cause so much frustration!

Been there. Our Endo read a complaint on our support group website where I complained about the front office girls who wouldnt schedule me an appointment because I didnt have our Cobra info yet. They told me to call back when I had proof of insurance!! Somehow it was misconstrued by other posts and parents that jumped in on the complaint wagon...

My complaint was ONLY about insurance and front office girls!! Somehow our Endo felt like I was talking trash... WHAT A FREAKING MESS!! But, its ok in the end I guess...our Endo since moved from that large practice within the Childrens Hospital to her own practice. THANK GOODNESS.

ANYWAY, I hear ya. We shouldnt have to watch what we say on OUR blogs when all we are doing is speaking from our hearts and best interest for our childrens health and emotional well being!

I'm sorry things went badly with the CDE you used to see. I don't think you are a bridge burner, just misunderstood. Seems we mom's of T1Ds are misunderstood a lot. I think that is why we need each other. I hope you have a great appointment today!

I am so sorry...I can feel the pain and alone-ness in your post. I feel really angry reading that your CDE got so caught up in her own issues that she left you to fend for yourself with Nate. That is just ridiculous. They have no clue what we go through each day. And you didn't even say anything wrong! You are a worried mom, doing the very best she can for her kiddos.

I hope you have a great experience with your new (old!) endo and CDE. Big hugs to you, mama.

hmmm... I re-read that post and I don't get what the issue was. You complimented the shit out of her.

I say... if bridges burn that easy... they wern't that strong in the first place.

Holy macaroni... oh, this is Heidi not Mattie. I am surprised at Mrs W's reaction to your blog, really? get mad because your not a doctor and you don't understand?

I think her behavior is wrong and that this is a blessing, you didn't burn any bridges, and if she was adult enough she would have called you or emailed you and talked about it or even stated that it may have hurt her feelings. your not a bridge burner your a mom and a good one.
Good luck with the new ENDO.. and let us know.

Looking forward to hearing how it goes today.

I am so sorry that happened to you! I reread the letter 2 times as well and didn't see anything that she should have been upset with. In addition lets discuss her lack of professionalism. She has a patient whose parent has called several times *not just this time* and she hasnt called back. REALLY! Lets see who is acting like a child. You were raw. You said she reads your blog which means she should know what you had been going through and she choose to take your rawness as a personal attack. Instead she should have taken the chance to educate more on what she meant by those things. I have to say there have been times Ive been tempted to give my endo my blog but have always decided not to for fear I would need to vent one day. I AM SO SORRY this happened!

Wow... WOW! I remembered the post from Sept... I went back and re-read it now. I think that Mrs W's reaction was unprofessional and childish, personally. And the fact that she ignored your pleas for help recently is just inexcusable. Really sad, actually.
YOU ARE A FANTASTIC D MAMA, LAURA! Don't ever doubt that. We will always be here for you, my friend.
Let us know how the appt goes!!! (((HUGS)))

I'm so sorry for what you are going through. Please keep us updated.

Don't feel bad at all my friend... it's the CDE who should be ashamed of her actions. People need to get over themselves.

Anyway, hope the appointment goes well today and say hi to Dr. T for us!

Oh Laura...you are not a "bridge-burner" at all. I am with Jo...people need to get over themselves. Your post was in no way offensive. You were a mom who was worried about her son's well being. 'Nuf said.

I hope it goes well today. I am looking forward to hearing ALL.ABOUT.IT.

Here's to a caring, selfless, it's not about me, child concerned Doctor! Have a great visit!

Oh, and I agree with Lora.....

**(and sometimes, a person's degree is so far up their butt, nothing but confetti comes out of their mouths)

A blessing indeed to be moving on!

Good Luck! You are a wonderful mom who cares about her child. People need to get a life. All this crap with insurance and doctors is just an unnecessary pain in the bum! You Rock! :)

Can't wait to hear how it goes.

You are a great mom and Nate is so blessed to have you taking care of him. Don't you dare regret standing up for him.

That's orders from headquarters! : )

It's funny...this road. I have bridges that I worry have been burnt because I've had to advocated (loudly) for my daughter.

In reality, however, you didn't burn anything. She did. She didn't respond to your cries for help....and that was her J-O-B. It was her job, whether she liked you and your blog or not. PERIOD.

It'll be good to move on. I'm willing to bet Dr. T has been around this block before...as parents we have defense mechanisms and, sometimes, that's just the way it is.

Forgive yourself and put it behind you. Then move on and do the best you can with what life throws your way in the future.

Laura - I am so sorry you have felt so alone in caring for Nate since September and I am SO glad you are finally able to return to someone who you know will give good supportive care to you and Nate now. I agree wholeheartedly with everyone - you did nothing wrong. I am shocked that you were unable to get a response from your CDE when you tried so hard to communicate and rectify things. Hope your first visit back went well..