Meet the face
behind the posts

Hi, I'm Farah — curious, open-minded, home cook, and Type 1 diabetes veteran for 30+ years. 

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I was diagnosed with T1D at age 11 during a family trip in the summer of 1991. One day I was a healthy kid; the next, I was in the ER with a life-altering diagnosis. It turned my world upside down, but over time, i've figured out how to shape life on my own terms. 

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I've learned to livewith diabetes  — not as something that defines me, but as something I manage while staying connected to what I love. That means making thoughtful changes to my routines, adjusting recipes, and using technology to stay ahead of my blood sugars. Through it all, I've learned to keep doing the things I love, enjoying real food, real adventures, and a rhythm that works for me. 

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This blog is a space where I share what that looks like:

• the everyday challenges and wins

• Recipes I've adapted to be diabetic friendly and full of flavor

• Reflections on how T1D intersects with real life.

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Consistency is something I've struggled with, and i"m learning to show up in ways that feel real and sustainable. This blog is part of that process — a space to share, connect, and keep learning. 

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Whether you're newly diagnosed, a few decades in , or loving someone who lives with Type 1, I'm glad you're here. 

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Let's talk real life with T1D. The highs, lows and everything in between. 

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Farah