Chicago

I spent about 28 hours in Chicago and really, really want to go back. I'm not sure why, but it struck me as a very cool town, despite the fact that I experienced probably only a 10 block radius.

The book signing went well, I think (I've nothing to compare!). I personally handed out about 100 books over the space of 3 hours and had some great conversations with endocrinologists about the challenges of "following doctor's orders."

I had a few great moments. One woman, who received the book Thursday night, told me Friday morning that it's an "easy read." I was very happy about that, because I wanted the book to be conversational and anecdotal, like talking with a group of friends.

After speaking with one doctor for a few moments about the book, I glanced up ten minutes later to see that same doc showing the book to a colleague. I can only take that as a good sign.

There was a little bit of confusion over the title (not unexpected) as the term "Parent with Diabetes" has become synonymous in some circles with "Parent of a child with diabetes." Once we got over that hurdle, though, folks seemed genuinely interested.

And they all actually wanted me to sign the books. How funny is that?