Welcome to this midweek bonus episode of the We Are T1D podcast! This time, Mike takes the reins on the intro, bringing a fresh twist to our usual format. In this special episode, we dive into a delightful listener story titled "The Sugar Fairy Needs Saving" submitted by Alyssia. Join us as we explore her whimsical and heartwarming encounter at a theme park, where a young girl mistakes Alyssia for a sugar fairy due to her insulin pump and glucose tablets. Mike and Jack share laughs and insights as they navigate the charming tale, discussing the innocence of children and the unexpected moments that diabetes can bring. From managing sugar levels on the go to the magic of a child's imagination, this episode is sure to bring a smile to your face. 00:00 - Mike takes the intro 00:36 - How to submit a story 00:48 - Alyssia's story: The Sugar Fairy Needs Saving 03:46 - Reflections on the story 07:40 - Upcoming episode teasers & Outro Join the conversation and share your stories with the T1D community. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to help others find the podcast. Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/wearet1d Follow Mike https://www.instagram.com/t1d_mike Follow Jack https://www.instagram.com/t1d_jack Share your stories at https://wearet1d.com New episodes are released every Sunday & Wednesday PS. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please go to the website https://wearet1d.com/guest-booking and fill out the form. Stay tuned for more listener stories and community wins!