This morning I woke up from a terribly scary dream to realize that part of it was a bit real. In my dream, the building was on fire and it was hard to breath around the smoke. When I woke up, I could feel the tightness in my chest and […]
Environmental allergies
Traveling in Austria with Food Allergies
Another Day Trip, Another Food Allergy Experience I spent the day traveling in Austria with food allergies on Sunday. As awesome as it is to say that I can spend the day there, it is also just as difficult to deal with another countries language and food differences. Of course, […]
Asthma Can Be Such A Scary Feeling
It started today when I was outside with the kids at recess. I could see the pollen floating in the air, and felt my lungs tighten while my breathing became mildly constricted. “Ugh…” I thought as I waited impatiently for recess to end. When I was first diagnosed with asthma, […]
Pet Allergies and Jobs
Just like many things in life, sometimes my allergies can be frustrating and disappointing, too. Most days I don’t think twice about them, but when it comes to finding a job, they can often get in the way. I thought I found a summer job. I had spoken on the […]