The word ‘piacere’ in Italian means “nice to meet you.” Both here in Italy, as well as at home in the U.S., handshakes are a common way to greet someone or say goodbye. In Italy, kisses on each cheek are more commonly used in greetings (as well as in many […]
Travel is a passion and significant part of my life. It is when I feel most relaxed and at peace. The world has so many spectacular places and amazing sites. I don’t want to miss any of them! Of course having anaphylactic food allergies does make this love of mine […]
Even before college, there were numerous times I lived with others. Every summer I lived in a bunk at camp with around 15 other girls. I also went to sleepovers, traveled and stayed with my friends and their families on vacation, among many other shared living experiences on group trips […]
As I left Venice ten Euros poorer, I realized both my frustration and astonishment by the expense of having food allergies. My roommate and I were in Venice for the day and were hungry after roaming around the narrow, windy cobbled streets along the canals. We stopped at a pizzeria […]
The first time I lived abroad I found it challenging, but I realize now that it was an important first step. I lived in Australia, where they speak English (well, Aussie English…ha). I could order food and understand ingredients, yet there were still many obstacles. Almost everything packaged was labeled […]
I had to ask myself this question a few times recently, “To hike or not to hike with my food allergies?” Hiking is one activity where I feel great trepidation because of my food allergies. In the past year I have gone hiking twice. Although I love the idea of […]