As a child, I was never told, “no you can’t because of your food allergies,” but instead, “okay, let’s find a way to make it happen.” My parents always looked at every experience as an opportunity for me to grow stronger, more assertive, and independent. They both have these amazingly […]
Understanding
The Gluten Free & Allergen Friendly Expo Experience!
Vibrant red Enjoy Life bags swung on hundreds of enthusiastic arms at the Gluten Free & Allergen Friendly Expo. Below are my highlights, old favorites, and new favorites from my allergen friendly expo experience. Quick side note: These are my personal endorsements. No companies/brands/products, etc. paid for my reviews. I […]
48 Hours in Chicago with Food Allergies
The Conversation “Want to go on a weekend adventure somewhere? Looking up last minute flights and deals,” I text my sister before school on Friday. A few seconds later my phone buzzes with an enthusiastic “YES” and off she goes with last-minute planning and researching! Does the Airport Count? Even […]
Out to Eat with Food Allergies in Argentina
I glance at the meal that the server brings out, and although it looks and smells incredible, there is a dark, heavy sauce that has me questioning if he actually understands my food allergies. I have already asked him multiple times about the ingredients (after giving him my chef card, […]
#EmpowerFAkids
Did you join? Go to: #EmpowerFAkids and post a photo! In case you missed my post on Facebook… Dear Food Allergy Family, I posted a photo earlier this week from rowing Division 1 in college. I love that it inspired parents to share about their own kids and I want […]
Airline Adventures to Argentina With Food Allergies- Part 2
I flew TWO other airlines… My friend and I wanted to see not only the city, but some of the incredible natural beauty of Patagonia. We booked a flight to El Calafate for mid-way through the week to go hiking on the glaciers. The first airline we flew was Aerolineas […]