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Welcome to Are we "Making you think?". Our website explores a variety of topics ranging from health and fitness, chronic disease including diabetes and Crohn's Disease, and our passions of running, cycling, and technology.

What we said is a chronology of all of our blog posts no matter the topic or the tenure. Enjoy this eclectic read of a range of provocative topics and articles.

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Shop Georgina’s Restaurants and Stores | Open during COVID-19

Mark Hanlon - April 19, 2020

The question of "Why"

Song: Harmonica tune Corona Corona (COVID-19) by Derek Hanlon

Mark Hanlon - March 20, 2020 0

Enjoy the indie COVID-19 (coronavirus) influenced harmonica song "Corona Corona" by Derek Hanlon. A lot has changed in my community since the...

Life with Diabetes

FreeStyle Libre Adhesion Guide for Canada and United States

Mark Hanlon - March 11, 2020 2

Everyone's skin is different, as a result, keeping your FreeStyle Libre from falling off can be a challenge for some diabetics. Abbott...

Life with Diabetes

What I Have Learned While Being Diagnosed as an Insulin-Dependent T2 Diabetic

Mark Hanlon - January 28, 2020 1

After a 10-year long battle as a Type 2 Diabetic, I was diagnosed as insulin-dependent Type 2 Diabetic (T2D) at the age...

Running and Cycling

2019 Gift Ideas for Runners Recommended by a Runner

Mark Hanlon - November 18, 2019 0

Christmas is around the corner, what is that perfect ChrisTmas gift for the runner in your life?

Opinions

Canadian Politics: A Coalition Government and its Strengths for Minority Government

Mark Hanlon - October 26, 2019 0

Much like the 2006 and 2008 elections, Canadians have spoken loud and clear this past October 2019 with the election of a minority Liberal...

Running and Cycling

The Importance of Hydration in Endurance Running and Cycling

Mark Hanlon - October 17, 2019 0

As endurance athletes, we are well acquainted with our electrolytes and carbohydrate gels. However, did you know that all workout hydration plans...

Life with Diabetes

Cases, Stickers, and Accessories for the FreeStyle Libre

Mark Hanlon - August 11, 2019 0

Here is a list of helpful cases, stickers, patches and accessories for your FreeStyle Libre scanner and sensor. As a Canadian diabetic,...

Training

Repost: How Running Helped Mark Hanlon Take Control of Injury and Illness

Mark Hanlon - August 6, 2019 0

As many of you know, I am a strong believer that despite our challenges, whether it is a chronic illness, injury, or...

Hints & Tips

Tip: How to view webpage HTML on iPad / iPhone (iOS 13)

Mark Hanlon - July 8, 2019 0

This article outlines the steps required to view the source code (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.) for any webpage on your iDevices including...

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Mark is a foodie in training, photographer, Starbucks addict, runner, cyclist, and single parent living outside of Toronto, Ontario. Living with Crohn’s Disease and Diabetes, life for this Transportation Planner and RPP can be an interesting mix.

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Fix: Safari Requires you to Always Login to Websites

Here is the solution to solve you needing to always login to websites on iOS 13 despite enabling Keep Me Logged In...

Mark Hanlon - May 18, 2020 0

What We Said

Shop Georgina’s Restaurants and Stores | Open during COVID-19

Welcome to Shop Georgina, your on-line directory of what restaurants, stores, and services are open, operating, and ready for business during the...

Mark Hanlon - April 19, 2020 0

Hardware & App Review

Cases, Patches, Stickers, and Diabetic Supplies for Dexcom G5 / G6

Here is a list of helpful diabetic accessories for your Dexcom G5 / G6 sensor, receiver, transmitter and system. As a Canadian...

Mark Hanlon - April 4, 2020 0

Life with Diabetes

Review: Ambrosia NightRider BluCon for Abbott Freestyle Libre CGM

This post is a review of the Ambrosia NightRider BluCon Bluetooth reader for the Abbott FreeStyle Libre Glucose System. The NightRider BluCon...

Mark Hanlon - March 22, 2020 5

The question of "Why"

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Making You Think blends my passions of running, cycling, photography, and inspirational thoughts with the challenges of living with chronic disease (Crohn's and Diabetes). I hope you enjoy my story.

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Shop Georgina’s Restaurants and Stores | Open during COVID-19

Cases, Patches, Stickers, and Diabetic Supplies for Dexcom G5 / G6

Review: Ambrosia NightRider BluCon for Abbott Freestyle Libre CGM

Song: Harmonica tune Corona Corona (COVID-19) by Derek Hanlon

Shop Georgina’s Restaurants and Stores | Open during COVID-19

Cases, Patches, Stickers, and Diabetic Supplies for Dexcom G5 / G6

Review: Ambrosia NightRider BluCon for Abbott Freestyle Libre CGM

Song: Harmonica tune Corona Corona (COVID-19) by Derek Hanlon

What We Said

Shop Georgina’s Restaurants and Stores | Open during COVID-19

Check out or Most Recent Posts

Fix: Safari Requires you to Always Login to Websites

Shop Georgina’s Restaurants and Stores | Open during COVID-19

Cases, Patches, Stickers, and Diabetic Supplies for Dexcom G5 / G6

Review: Ambrosia NightRider BluCon for Abbott Freestyle Libre CGM

Song: Harmonica tune Corona Corona (COVID-19) by Derek Hanlon

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