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 […]
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The Expense of Having Food Allergies
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 […]
Living Abroad With Food Allergies
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 […]
To Hike or Not to Hike With My Food Allergies?
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 […]
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, […]
Flying Lufthansa to Italy with Food Allergies
Although I thought I was all packed and ready to go, I spent the last few minutes before we left for the airport throwing things in my bag. It is very difficult trying to figure out what to pack when moving to another country for the year. The one thing […]