Hey guys! I just had a very busy week! I had my softball World Series in Kentucky and it was so hot down there. We were doing pretty well, but unfortunately we are done in the tournament. It was a great experience! We stayed in a hotel and I met two new softball players who were staying there too. They both have diabetes as well. I thought it was super cool seeing more girls with Type 1 diabetes playing a travel sport.  We talked about softball and the different types of pumps we have. We compared and contrasted them and talked about what it is like playing sports with our "equipment" on.

I also went to the Louisville Slugger museum, where they make all the baseball bats. I took a tour and saw how they were made and saw a bunch of Major League Baseball players old baseball bats that were used in games, players like Jackie Robinson. Did you know he had diabetes too? Yes he did! But he didn't let that stop him from playing in the MLB. This shows that it doesn't matter who you are or how old you are, what matters is that you have the courage to not let diabetes stop you. Anything is possible when you work hard.

I am now heading up to Triangle D Camp! I am packed and ready to have a great time! I am so excited to make new friends that have diabetes as well. The American Diabetes Association does a great job and I love every minute of camp. I will keep you guys updated after camp and tell you guys everything I did. Maybe next year the people who didn’t get to camp this summer will get to go next year. It's a great opportunity to see more people your age who are also facing the same challenges as you. You won't feel so alone; it will make you feel like a normal kid again.

I can’t wait to tell you guys about all the fun I have at Triangle D Camp!

-Evey