That’s the best way I can describe my denying that I have a Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis. The sheepishly taking whatever drugs my internist throws my way is not proactive self-care. All I have to do is feel worse and worse until I have a stroke..

I suppose I should read the books on diabetes that I have purchased

I can spend a lot of time ignoring the problem, watching trains or porn videos or reading any book not germane to the issue.

Bad ideas on self-care include sitting in my comfy chair, drinking lots and lots of coffee, not exercising , and letting my sleep schedule match that of my wife’s.

My wife says she cares about my health , but she says “No” consistently and leaves it at that. She means well, but if I’m not responding, this is insufficient.

Ultimately my health is my responsibility.