D.I.A.B.E.T.E.S

At first glance, D.I.A.B.E.T.E.S. is Difficult, Intense, Anxious, Bothersome, Everyday, Timely, Eerie, and Sugarfree. But as a whole, D.I.A.B.E.T.E.S. is Discovering Internal Abilities to Boldly Encounter The Earth with a Smile. Sometimes life can be hard (for everyone), but you can do anything you set your mind to even with diabetes. Nothing can stop you if you approach it with the right attitude!” –Christine Burns

Nick, now 19, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 13. He is passionate about helping other young people with diabetes through efforts to educate, support and inspire. He also blogs about his journey though life with diabetes. Nick was one of the contest’s judges. You can read the winning entry and other contest entries by visiting Nick’s blog at www.NicksSimpleWins.com.