This book is a personal account and tells the life story of the author, starting from his experience of being diagnosed as diabetic at age four. John Keeler takes us into the mind of someone with a potentially life-threatening condition who has learned that, despite the seemingly rather gloomy prospects, it need not exclude him from participating fully in any activity he chooses to pursue. He highlights the feelings, experiences and the (often overlooked) practical difficulties that need to be addressed in order for diabetics to live a full life. His message is positive, providing reassurance, support and advice for sufferers, their families and friends without diminishing the need for the condition to be taken seriously.Table of Contents:About the authorForewordAcknowledgementsIntroductionHe couldnt want so much waterWhy me?When did you last hear an orange say 2018 Ouch!?You 2018should be doing betterEight square meals a dayYou could be worse off Famine to a feastSteering my own shipThat!!Living on my ownBut this is the hand I shoot withEgg-sized potatoes and a cupful of crispsNobody told the bumblebeeEverythings alrightParting shotsAppendix: Painting by numbersGlossaryIndex