Hi ANN . . .
. . . and welcome to the not so fun world of diabetes . . . control isn't easy but it is possible and you are very, very right that your DH has a lot to learn . . . and learn he will have to because you cannot do everything for him, although you certainly can help. Sounds like the situation with the blood thinners is not going to make it any easier either. I know I'd be lost without being able to have lots and lots of veggies.
Denial is not unusual in the early stages and that seems to be especially true with men. It's unfortunate you can't get to the DEC (Diabetes Education Centre) until July 10, but in the meantime, you keep on reading as much as you can. Try not to nag him (it never helps much), just leave reading material lying around and hopefully he'll start to pick it up when he thinks you aren't looking.
Are you in Canada by any chance? . . . Although your board name sounds like you are in South Dakota? Reason I ask is because of the reference to the Glycemic Index diet that the doctor has suggested . . . it has not gained as much of a following in the US as it has here in Canada.
Have a good look around the Diabetes Forum and read the information provided in the 'Sticky' threads at the top of the page. Then come over and join us on the monthly chat thread called "Dieting with Diabetes".
Hope you have a good evening, Chickie and remember that we are all here to offer our assistance and support to both you and your husband. Hope to see you again really soon.