Thursday, March 1, 2012

The Big "T"

I probably should write some colorful post about the people, sights, food and music of Louisiana. About my meeting every type from wealthy executives to real-life swamp people. Puffy confections to spicy cajun boudin sausage. The Jazz, blues and Zydeco. The bayou and the Big Easy. Or even the rain, emerging spring and mosquitoes. I experienced so much in the short time I walked across Louisianna but each day, even days when I was stopped by weather, I couldn't hide from the truth; diabetes is big and getting bigger. My walking adventure was born from loosing friends and family to the ravages of diabetes. One big truth I have found is by getting active, staying active everyone can benefit.
Hello Texas.

9 comments:

CJReed said...

Welcome to Texas brother.

Anonymous said...

That is so true. Diabetes is a disease people do not take serious enough. More disturbing is the adolescents and children who suffer from the disease and do not take proper care of themselves due to the embarassment and interference it would cause in their social life. Hypertension is known as the silent killer, but I believe diabetes is its silent sibling in action. Thanks for supporting the cause. I will be following your blog. Walk safe!

Anonymous said...

It was great meeting you to day at dairy queen

Anonymous said...

You made it to Maruriceville

Lynn Rogers said...

Welcome to Texas friend :) Saw you today as you were passing through Mauriceville, I work at the big pipe shop you passed. Wishing you a safe journey,and thank you for raising awareness about Diabetes

Anonymous said...

saw you today in mauriceville,tx walking down hwy 62. was telling my husband about seeing you and your dog. he suggested to google you. just wanted to say thank you for what you are doing. enjoy your time in texas.

Brittany Sauer said...

I am a teacher at Mauriceville Middle School and my PE class was out on the track when we saw you going down the bridge in Mauriceville! I can't wait to share your story with them tomorrow! Thanks for all you do! My very best friend suffers from Type 1 diabetes and it's such a horrible disease.. Welcome to Texas and be safe!

Anonymous said...

Lots of my students from Mauriceville surrounded you today. I hope they understood your purpose and showed you much respect for your adventure.

frankienylene said...

My Grandaughters and myself saw you today in Mauriceville...We just left the school and passed you, then made a U turn so we could take some pictures of you..I just found out what you were doing.Thanks and good luck on your journey..Frances Broussard