Support Group

I went to my first Celiac Support Group meeting tonight. It was really great. I didn't have any idea what to expect, so I was wide open to any information anyone could give me.

A dietitian spoke and gave us handouts. People with celiac disease really have to worry about getting the right nutrients and vitamins. She focused on that a lot. It was really good information.

I got some free goodies, and the regulars brought gluten free goodies. Now that was fun. I could eat ANYTHING on the table!! I didn't have to worry about only getting the fruits or nuts or veggies. ANYTHING!! So I had a snickerdoodle, brownie, lemon bar (ok, TWO lemon bars- hey they were tiny!), chocolate chip cookie, and peach cobbler. Yes, I ate all of that. I didn't have time to eat any dinner before I went, so I didn't feel too bad about the calories. I think I was just so excited to be able to eat it all that I felt like I had to try it all. I loved that!

They have a meeting every other month. I would really like to go back. It was nice being in a room where everyone understands. There was a couple there that the husband has CD, but the wife understands EVERYTHING. She was great. There was a mother/daughter there. The daughter (14 years old) has CD. The mom said their house went gluten free. She loved to bake, so she just learned to bake GF and now has a catering business- Gluten Free Goodies by Cindy. Cool.

A woman who has had CD for 7 years now (didn't take it seriously the first 2, so she says she's been GF for 5 of those years) exchanged phone numbers and emails with me. She told me I could call her any time or email her any questions. So Pam- now I won't be bugging you as much. :)

Anyway, it was great. I highly recommend a support group for anything that may be going on in your life.

I know God has a plan for me, I don't know what it is yet, but I pray He can use me for His glory. CD and all. :)