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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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What We Said

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

Mark Hanlon - 0
Welcome to Shop Georgina, your on-line directory of what restaurants, stores, and services are open, operating, and ready for business during the social-distancing and...
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The question of "Why"

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

Mark Hanlon - 0
Enjoy the indie COVID-19 (coronavirus) influenced harmonica song "Corona Corona" by Derek Hanlon. A lot has changed in my community since the Province of...
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Life with Diabetes

FreeStyle Libre Adhesion Guide for Canada and United States

Mark Hanlon - 2
Everyone's skin is different, as a result, keeping your FreeStyle Libre from falling off can be a challenge for some diabetics. Abbott has released...
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Life with Diabetes

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

Mark Hanlon - 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 of 48....
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Opinions

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

Mark Hanlon - 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...
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Running and Cycling

The Importance of Hydration in Endurance Running and Cycling

Mark Hanlon - 0
As endurance athletes, we are well acquainted with our electrolytes and carbohydrate gels. However, did you know that all workout hydration plans are not...
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Life with Diabetes

Cases, Stickers, and Accessories for the FreeStyle Libre

Mark Hanlon - 0
Here is a list of helpful cases, stickers, patches and accessories for your FreeStyle Libre scanner and sensor. As a Canadian diabetic, I am...
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Social Media

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

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

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

Mark Hanlon - 0
This article outlines the steps required to view the source code (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.) for any webpage on your iDevices including iPad, iPhone...
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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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Running and Cycling

2020 Gift Ideas for Runners Recommended by a Runner

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

Freestyle Libre | Official Learning Videos and Quick Tips

Abbott, the makers of the Freestyle Libre diabetes glucose monitoring system, has released a series of education and learning videos to help us get...
Mark Hanlon - 0
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Hints & Tips

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 and 14 despite enabling Keep Me Logged In...
Mark Hanlon - 0
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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 social-distancing and...
Mark Hanlon - 0
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Hardware & App Review

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

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

Photo Challenge: Focus on Street

What We Said Mark Hanlon - 2
Day two of Photography 101.  Today's assignment, "focus on a street. It can be a quiet road in a small town, an alley near...
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Blogging 101 – What can we learn through others?

Blogging 101 Mark Hanlon - 0
One of the most powerful aspects of blogging is the interaction with our readers, their comments, their questions. How do you build a readership?...
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Exploring the differences between Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes

Life with Diabetes Mark Hanlon - 0
Being diagnosed as a diabetic in my mid-thirties was life-changing. What does this mean to my lifestyle? What can I eat? What the...
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POPULAR POSTS

Tip: How to Stop Your FreeStyle Libre Sensor From Falling Off Before the 14-day Expiry?

Life with Diabetes Mark Hanlon - 0
Hits and tips I use to keep my FreeStyle Libre attached for 14 days. With these tips I have never had a sensor fall off early.
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Tip: How to view webpage HTML on iPad / iPhone (iOS 13)

Hints & Tips Mark Hanlon - 0
This article outlines the steps required to view the source code (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.) for any webpage on your iDevices including iPad, iPhone...
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Fix: Safari Requires you to Always Login to Websites

Hints & Tips Mark Hanlon - 0
Here is the solution to solve you needing to always login to websites on iOS 13 and 14 despite enabling Keep Me Logged In...
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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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