February 17, 2011 Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival

Welcome to the February 17, 2011 edition of living with food allergies carnival. Thanks so much to everyone who participated! (love the recipes!)

Michael Bosson presents Delicardo's Dining Out With Allergies Guide posted at DELICARDO foodcard, saying, "This isn't a blog post, instead it is a restaurant recommendations page based on customers and others suggestions. Check it out and send in any suggestions."

Colette Martin presents Cranberry Orange Scones and How to Form Scones posted at Learning to Eat Allergy Free - Multiple Food Allergies, saying, "Check out my first ever video blog post with a great recipe for cranberry orange scones!"

Jennifer is Always Sick presents When “Dairy Free” isn’t Dairy Free… posted at Always Sick and Tired.

shaunta presents Roller Derby Wannabe Week 1 posted at Live Once Juicy, saying, "Thank you!"

Heather Trotter presents Who Needs Wheat Anyways? The Top 50 Celiac Blogs posted at Healthcare Technicians.

Libby presents Creamsicle Cut Out Cookies posted at The Allergic Kid, saying, "This is an easy, egg/dairy/nut free roll out cookie recipe that doesn't need to be refrigerated and tastes oddly, but deliciously like and orange creamsicle."

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of living with food allergies carnival using our carnival submission form.  Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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Share Your Food Allergy Love Story and Enter to Win a Copy of Allergic Girl

When my food allergy friend Sloane Miller, aka Allergic Girl, told me about her book giveaway contest, I had to participate. The contest theme is food allergic/celiac positive love stories. She suggested we blog about:

• Any loving act you did for a food allergic family member or yourself,
• Your best date with food allergies,
• Your food allergic dream date,
• A date you planned for a loved one
• Or what your dreams are for your food allergic child when they date.

I like the first option--a loving act I did for a food allergic family member. It's difficult to pick just one! I'm sure I am like every food allergy mom--we do loving acts for our children daily! I tried to make fried rice. Despite sounding simple, it did not taste like the fried rice I get at Chinese restaurants. I try to make chicken fingers like you get in restaurants. They're tasty and good, but not exactly the same. I'm really good at making peanut-free, nut-free homemade ice cream, with all the fixins. Cakes, cookies, all good. Recently, I tried to make baguettes. They were good too, but looked a little funny! Whatever he wants, I will try to make it. Practice makes perfect, they say.

I always bring a safe cupcake to every birthday party, so my younger son is never stuck watching others enjoy goodies. I investigated Breakfast with Cookie Monster so thoroughly, brought a safe breakfast, and he was soooo excited to see Cookie Monster, he forgot to eat! Every time we've traveled, I bring a big box full of safe foods, so we're always ready. You name it, I'm on top of it! He knows this too. He knows he can count on Mom. Big brother--who is not food allergic--knows he can count on Mom too, for he receives the same attention and care, and enjoys his own special treats, just for him. The three of us always have such a good time and are a great team. 

There's not just one loving act to point to, there are countless loving acts. I don't even think about it. It's just part of being a Mom.

On that note, I am so NOT ready to think about my seven year old or my ten year old dating! I know they will someday, and I am glad my food allergic son will be able to benefit from the advice of those allergic folks who've come before him, like Allergic Girl. Her book will be available soon and I can't wait to read it! Here is a cute trailer about the book you might enjoy.

I heard some very sweet Valentine's Day stories today, and some really creative Valentine's gift ideas. We'd love to hear YOUR positive food allergic/celiac love story. Please tell us your story in a comment here, and at the end of this week (February 18), a random winner will be chosen to win a free copy of Allergic Girl.

Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival

Welcome to the February 3, 2011 edition of Living with Food Allergies Carnival, which seems to have some ancient entries from summer 2010 as well. I think there was a backlog due to my "leave of absence". Apologies to those who submitted blog posts many months ago and are just seeing them on the blog carnival now, in FEBRUARY! 

If you are interested in hosting, feel free to comment below or send me an email, jenniferATfoodallergybuzz.com.

Maria Hardy presents Vacation: Same Life Different Spot posted at Allergy Life in Loudoun, saying, "I hope this can still make tonight's carnival! Thank you very much, I look forward to reading the others!"

chupieandjsmama presents Things that food allergies have taught me: Eating Healthier - WEGO Health posted at Janeen's Blog - WEGO Health.

Janeen presents Buckle Up! We're going on vacation with food allergies. - WEGO Health posted at Janeen's Blog - WEGO Health.

Libby presents Halloween in July posted at The Allergic Kid, saying, "Let me know if you'd like me to take a turn hosting!"

Amy Leger presents It?s all Fun and Games Until You Pull a Gluteny Spaghetti Noodle Out of Your Gluten-Free Spiral Noodles posted at The Savvy Celiac, saying, "Long subject line- Yes. But it sums up our conundrum we had during our trip in DC. A first for us– seeing a glaring error in our gluten-free order at a restaurant that we couldn’t stop before it was eaten."

Amy Leger presents Finding Gluten-Free Food Near the National Mall in DC posted at The Savvy Celiac, saying, "Want info on some of the Hot-Spots in DC? Plus Family-Friendly and Gluten-Free Friendly locations near the Mall? Here you go -- map and all!"

Thanita Glancey presents The Washtington Nationals' Peanut Free Game? posted at Vicky's Ickies, saying, "Thanks for hosting!"

Katie presents Allergy Testing posted at A New Fit.

Lyzz Jones presents There is never a vacation from food allergies - Food Fight posted at YorkBlog.

Lyzz Jones presents Wanted: Your holiday allergy tips - Food Fight posted at YorkBlog.

Elizabeth Goldenberg presents URGENT Call To Action For The Food Allergic & Anaphylactic Community posted at Onespot Allergy.

Arthur Lubitz, MD presents Allergy to Peanuts posted at NYC Allergy Doctor.

Tricia Hodges presents Sunflower Study posted at Hodgepodge, saying, "our study of sunflowers ends with celebratory Sunbutter sandwich and coloring pages."

Trista presents Finding an Allergy Aware school posted at Food Allergy Families.

Colette Martin presents Lessons From the CIA – Gums in Gluten-Free Baking posted at Learning to Eat Allergy Free - Multiple Food Allergies.

Food Allergy Assistant presents Food Allergy Desensitization Programs posted at Food Allergy Assistant, saying, "The latest buzz word in food allergy is desensitization. Watch for more research."

Food Allergy Assistant presents Flu Vaccine Recommendations and Food Allergy posted at Food Allergy Assistant, saying, "Here is the latest flu vaccine information. For those with egg allergy, flu vaccine education is imperative. Know the facts and discuss with your doctor."

Marianne Blaesing presents Breakfast with Food Allergies posted at Drinking From The Carton.

Marianne Blaesing presents Wheat Free Wednesday 2/2/11 posted at MealMixer.

Libby presents Double Chocolate Brownie Bites posted at The Allergic Kid, saying, "This is my recipe that won the 2010 Divvies FAANtastic Cookie Contest. Enjoy!"

Steve Rose presents Dining Out and Trust posted at Dining Out and Trust.

Jennifer Kales presents Food Allergies and School Parties posted at The Nut-Free Mom, saying, "My tips for dealing with parties, especially important due to recent food allergy tragedies."

Jennifer Kales presents Food Allergy and Family Fights: Part 2 posted at The Nut-Free Mom, saying, "Dealing with food allergies and families can be difficult; here are some tips that worked for me."

Elizabeth Goldenberg presents Allergic to Beer? posted at Onespot Allergy.

Elizabeth Goldenberg presents Dr. Hauschka and Aubrey Organics Cosmetics (Allergy Info) posted at Onespot Allergy.

Elizabeth Goldenberg presents Could I Be Allergic To Benadryl®? Onespot Allergy Blog posted at Onespot Allergy.

Leigha presents The gigantic holiday baking post! posted at *Food Allergy Family Fun*.

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of living with food allergies carnival using our carnival submission form.  Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival Submissions Deadline 11:00pm 2/2/2011

Let's get the Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival going again. The deadline for submissions is 11:00 pm Eastern tonight, February 2. I see a lot of great food allergy blog posts out there so feel free to submit yours. It can be a post sharing a food allergy friendly recipe  or other food allergy-related news or opinion.

Here is the link to submit your blog post. Email me or leave a comment if you have any questions. Thanks!

P.S. Looking for fabulous food allergy blogs to host the Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival. You can sign up for one date or several. If you are interested, email me jenniferATfoodallergybuzz.com. Newbies welcome!