Going to your work Christmas party when you're just too scared to eat out EVER again is daunting. The temptation to cancel was immense. That would have been by far the easier option. But it would have meant missing out on the social aspect, the fun, the dancing and spending time with my work colleagues. It's important for work dynamics to also spend time outside work getting … [Read more...]
The A word… on anaphylaxis, allergies
After the flurry of blogs that filled Allergy Awareness Week last week, I am reflecting on why I write. There are many reasons, including to share stuff I've learnt, help others and as a therapy; the latter being very high on the list. Writing about having allergies and ranting occasionally about things that get me irate does really help me process this condition and develop … [Read more...]
What’s coming up for allergy awareness week?
This year Allergy Awareness Week runs from 20th to 26th April and there are loads of ways to get involved. I have been neglecting my blog these past few months (sorry!) but I'm easing myself back in. Circumstances outside my control left me with very few blogging brain cells left and not much time to write them. It did make me realise just how much time I spend on this blog … [Read more...]