- The fact that I created FoodAllergyTalk.com in middle school, and have developed it to what it is today. Not only that, but I'm the logistics chair for the AZ walk for Food Allergy--which is a lot of work! But well worth it on walk day :) Starting the club at ASU has been a challenge, but the fact that I'm attempting it says a lot. I'm very determined, an extremely hard worker, and passionate about health and helping others.
- No matter how many times I get kicked down, or tripped... I ALWAYS find a way to get back up and work hard to prove that person/thing wrong. I am capable of anything, as long as I put my attention and desire towards achieving the goal, I will do it.
- I am fearless. I go in to things head first, even if I know I'll be laughed at, or made fun of. I had an idea for my thesis that was not supported by my genetics professor, but I had the guts to present everything I had--to go into his office hours with only a faint idea of what I wanted to argue, and then to take the criticism and words from him saying it was most likely "not true." I don't stop there. I believe what I have is something to look into, so what did I do? Revised my idea, re-thought things, gathered more evidence, and narrowed my argument. Then I made an appointment with the Dean of the Barrett Honors College. In a personal meeting with him, I again presented everything I had. This time, I was on to something! From there, it's taking off. I will be meeting with some professors this week to secure an "adviser" to work with on my thesis. I have a lot of work ahead of me, but I'm ready to tackle it head on!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
#NHBPM Nov 30th LAST ONE! Play that Horn
Prompt: Play that horn. Want to hear a secret? You’re awesome. (It’s actually not even really a secret.) This is going to be hard for you, O Modest One, but you gotta give yourself props today. Write three things you love about yourself – things you’re great at – or just want to share. Don’t you dare signpost or undercut those self-compliments!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
#NHBPM Nov29th Greeting Card Post
Prompt: Greeting card post! The greeting card industry is all about writing generally universal feelings in a presentable way that you can use to express yourself when you just can’t think of the words to say.
Write a greeting card for someone in your community to help them express themselves about a new diagnosis, treatment, or experience.
Smile! No matter what happens, live life to the fullest. Your only task is to see beauty in all that your eyes see, every vibration, sensation, smell, sound, and heart-felt action. Love others, and soon you will feel love from within--continuously pouring out to uplift those around you. Live to Carpe Diem. -Andrea Garza
Smile! No matter what happens, live life to the fullest. Your only task is to see beauty in all that your eyes see, every vibration, sensation, smell, sound, and heart-felt action. Love others, and soon you will feel love from within--continuously pouring out to uplift those around you. Live to Carpe Diem. -Andrea Garza
Monday, November 28, 2011
#NHBPM Nov 28th Say WHAT!?
Prompt: Say WHAT?! What’s the most ridiculous thing you’ve heard about health or your condition. Was there any context? What did you think at the time you heard it – and what do you think of it now?
The most ridiculous thing I've heard about food allergies... I guess the most recent ridiculous thing I've heard is simply the fact that allergies have went from 3 million to 6 million occurrences in the U.S within a couple of years. This is ridiculous-- what a rapid increase! What is more ridiculous is that we still don't have solid evidence as to "why." Although there are several hypotheses, no one has come out and praised any singly hypothesis as an actual theory.
I am working on pointing us in the direction that I think is the most accurate for my Honors Thesis. Stay tuned for the final product, coming next year!
-Andrea Garza
The most ridiculous thing I've heard about food allergies... I guess the most recent ridiculous thing I've heard is simply the fact that allergies have went from 3 million to 6 million occurrences in the U.S within a couple of years. This is ridiculous-- what a rapid increase! What is more ridiculous is that we still don't have solid evidence as to "why." Although there are several hypotheses, no one has come out and praised any singly hypothesis as an actual theory.
I am working on pointing us in the direction that I think is the most accurate for my Honors Thesis. Stay tuned for the final product, coming next year!
-Andrea Garza
2011 Walk for Food Allergy
Hello Food Allergy supporter!
The Arizona Walk for Food Allergy is THIS SATURDAY, December 3rd!
Last year for our first annual walk, we raised $42,000+ and had over 700 participants! This was an amazing feat, and the event was a huge success. We are excited to have an even better turn out this year!
If you are interested in volunteering:
I would like to invite you to be a part of our second annual AZ Walk for Food Allergy this year. Please leave a comment for the Volunteer documents--a powerpoint and description of positions. Please note this does count as volunteer hours for scholarships/greek life/etc!
1. Also, we request that you sign up here as a volunteer (get your free t-shirt!) https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dGJfdUZsQlVocE9iUWU0ZnJ2eXRjV0E6MQ#gid=0
2. And also register as a Walker, so we know you attended: http://www.foodallergywalk.org/site/TR/2011Walks/2011Walks?team_id=64926&pg=team&fr_id=1984
If you are interested in Walking:
Register here for the ASU team: http://www.foodallergywalk.org/site/TR/2011Walks/2011Walks?team_id=64926&pg=team&fr_id=1984
Please feel free to email me at amgarza2@asu.edu with any questions, concerns, ideas!
Thank you so much, and I look forward to seeing you this Saturday, December 3rd 7AM at the Tempe Center for the Arts! Follow us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/FAAN-Walk-for-Food-Allergy-in-Arizona/148676601863196
-- Andrea M. Garza
Logistics Chair
AZ Walk for Food Allergy
If you are interested in volunteering:
I would like to invite you to be a part of our second annual AZ Walk for Food Allergy this year. Please leave a comment for the Volunteer documents--a powerpoint and description of positions. Please note this does count as volunteer hours for scholarships/greek life/etc!
1. Also, we request that you sign up here as a volunteer (get your free t-shirt!) https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dGJfdUZsQlVocE9iUWU0ZnJ2eXRjV0E6MQ#gid=0
2. And also register as a Walker, so we know you attended: http://www.foodallergywalk.org/site/TR/2011Walks/2011Walks?team_id=64926&pg=team&fr_id=1984
If you are interested in Walking:
Register here for the ASU team: http://www.foodallergywalk.org/site/TR/2011Walks/2011Walks?team_id=64926&pg=team&fr_id=1984
Please feel free to email me at amgarza2@asu.edu with any questions, concerns, ideas!
Thank you so much, and I look forward to seeing you this Saturday, December 3rd 7AM at the Tempe Center for the Arts! Follow us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/FAAN-Walk-for-Food-Allergy-in-Arizona/148676601863196
-- Andrea M. Garza
Logistics Chair
AZ Walk for Food Allergy
Christmas Goodies [allergy free!]
Why hello! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas. I guess this is late, since you no longer are required to slave away in the kitchen, baking goodies for everyone. BUT, if you're anything like me, you can ALWAYS have a good cookie/brownie recipe, because they are no doubt good all year round :)
Feast your eyes on this!
SO GOOD!!! I highly recommend :) Easy, and delicious. They did stick to the pan, and the container we put them in after, but it's worth it!
That's all we had time to make this year! I hope you enjoyed!! What did you bake?? Post a pic/comment below!
-Andrea Garza
Feast your eyes on this!
SO GOOD!!! I highly recommend :) Easy, and delicious. They did stick to the pan, and the container we put them in after, but it's worth it!
These didn't turn out exactly right, but that was because we made an error--otherwise, I'm sure they would be great! They just turned out hard, but again, that was our fault. These are super chocolaty, and the recipe is on the bag!
These are the same product, ORGANIC, and they turned out DELICIOUS! They are a little more time consuming just because you have to put it in the fridge for a bit before you shape them, but that's ok. They are really soft and delicious. Perfect for dipping in some hot cocoa or coffee :)
That's all we had time to make this year! I hope you enjoyed!! What did you bake?? Post a pic/comment below!
-Andrea Garza
Sunday, November 27, 2011
#NHBPM Nov 27th Quote Unquote
Prompt: Quote Unquote. Grab a quote from this site (type in any word – see what comes up!) and use that quote to set you writing.
Nobody trips over mountains. It is the small pebble that causes you to stumble. Pass all the pebbles in your path and you will find you have crossed the mountain. ~Author Unknown
This has always been relevant in my life. I'm not going to lie... I fail a lot. But the thing about me, is that I keep going. Failure simply ignites something within me that makes me want to beat it/get better for the next time. I work harder. Condition, so to speak, in order to get better and succeed. I may not succeed the next time or the next, but you can sure bet that I will keep taking small steps towards success. This is particularly relevant for my courses here at ASU. Grades have never come easy to me. I have to work extremely hard, and sometimes I still don't do as well as I should be/would like to be. But I keep working hard, and soon enough I will see the results that I'm looking for. No matter what, never give up on what is the most important to you, or things that are necessary for you to reach your ultimate goals.
Nobody trips over mountains. It is the small pebble that causes you to stumble. Pass all the pebbles in your path and you will find you have crossed the mountain. ~Author Unknown
This has always been relevant in my life. I'm not going to lie... I fail a lot. But the thing about me, is that I keep going. Failure simply ignites something within me that makes me want to beat it/get better for the next time. I work harder. Condition, so to speak, in order to get better and succeed. I may not succeed the next time or the next, but you can sure bet that I will keep taking small steps towards success. This is particularly relevant for my courses here at ASU. Grades have never come easy to me. I have to work extremely hard, and sometimes I still don't do as well as I should be/would like to be. But I keep working hard, and soon enough I will see the results that I'm looking for. No matter what, never give up on what is the most important to you, or things that are necessary for you to reach your ultimate goals.
Saturday, November 26, 2011
#NHBPM Nov 26th I Still Remember
Prompt: I still remember… Free write a post that starts with the line “I still remember…”
I still remember the moment I was officially diagnosed with all of my food allergies. The most vivid moment, was wheat. Why? Because I was praying the whole day that I would not be allergic to wheat, and the entire time the doctor was reading me the list of allergens, to myself I was repeating "not wheat, not wheat..."
The moment when he said wheat and gluten, my heat sank. It was devastating for me! At that time, my sister had already been living with a wheat and gluten allergen, and it was so hard... I didn't want to have that as well. Thankfully, times have gotten easier for those with allergies, and gluten free living has become much easier than it was about 8 years ago, which is pretty amazing if you think about it!
I still remember the moment I was officially diagnosed with all of my food allergies. The most vivid moment, was wheat. Why? Because I was praying the whole day that I would not be allergic to wheat, and the entire time the doctor was reading me the list of allergens, to myself I was repeating "not wheat, not wheat..."
The moment when he said wheat and gluten, my heat sank. It was devastating for me! At that time, my sister had already been living with a wheat and gluten allergen, and it was so hard... I didn't want to have that as well. Thankfully, times have gotten easier for those with allergies, and gluten free living has become much easier than it was about 8 years ago, which is pretty amazing if you think about it!
Friday, November 25, 2011
#NHBPM Nov 25th Never Have I Ever
Prompt: Never Have I Ever. You stick to your guns – now tell us about what. What is something you’ve never done but want to. What’s something you’ve never done and won’t budge on?
Ok, this is going to be an obvious one, but I'm going with it! Never have I ever killed anyone! And never will I ever :)
Ok, this is going to be an obvious one, but I'm going with it! Never have I ever killed anyone! And never will I ever :)
Thursday, November 24, 2011
#NHBPM Nov24th My Mascot
Prompt: My Mascot! Give your condition, community, or self a mascot. Who is it? What do they represent? What is their battle cry?
I think the Food Allergy community deserves a Snow Leopard for our mascot. We need a fierce mascot- one that is not afraid to tackle rough terrain, that can blend in when necessary but demand attention at prime times. It represents strength, commitment, determination, and ability. Our battle cry is the fiercest of rawrs!
I think the Food Allergy community deserves a Snow Leopard for our mascot. We need a fierce mascot- one that is not afraid to tackle rough terrain, that can blend in when necessary but demand attention at prime times. It represents strength, commitment, determination, and ability. Our battle cry is the fiercest of rawrs!
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
After Hours--night out!
AFAA After Hours December 2011
FoodAllergyTalk.com and FoodAllergyTalk [ASU] has partnered with Arizona Food Allergy Alliance to bring you the next After Hours night out! See you December 19th!
Also, don't forget to register for the December 3rd Arizona Walk for Food Allergy! Click here.
-Andrea Garza
#NHBPM Nov 23rd Thanksgiving is here!
Right now, I'm sitting on my couch at home, watching TV. Just relaxing. Something I don't get to do often! I love it, and I'm so glad to be home and surrounded by my family. Yes, it's an awkward time to be writing, but this was meant for yesterday. Call me a cheater for completing prompts a day or too after the fact, but I say I'm fine--as long as I complete all of the NHBPM prompts! And thus far, I've been doing good :)
What are your plans for Thanksgiving? Do you go home? Where's home for you? What are some of the traditions? Your favorite part of a Thanksgiving meal!?
I'll keep it short, so you can get back to that Turkey dinner, and to be with family!
Have a happy, safe Thanksgiving!
Namaste,
Andrea Garza
What are your plans for Thanksgiving? Do you go home? Where's home for you? What are some of the traditions? Your favorite part of a Thanksgiving meal!?
I'll keep it short, so you can get back to that Turkey dinner, and to be with family!
Have a happy, safe Thanksgiving!
Namaste,
Andrea Garza
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
#NHBPM Nov 22nd Be Present
Prompt: Be present. Describe something peaceful with as much sensory
imagery as you can. What are the sights, sounds, scents, and feelings?
For me, my destined home is the Ocean. When I am re-united with Ocean, my bare feet prance atop its moist sand like that of a giddy foul. I soon become calm when the idea that the wet sand has seeped between my toes, and some underneath my nails, like the Ocean couldn't resist becoming a part of me. I tiptoe with respect, slowly towards the edges of its beauty. I stop, predicting where the waves may end up. Here it comes. Sloshing water molecules, rushing over and between one another. Surging towards my bare naked toes. My eyes close in anticipation, toes wiggling and a smile as bright as the setting sun spread across my sun-kissed face. From deep within me, the prettiest of giggles emerges as I hear the wave, carrying seashells and mermaids, slowly emerges and indulges my toes, feet, and ankles. We are reunited at last.
To the Ocean,
Andrea Garza
For me, my destined home is the Ocean. When I am re-united with Ocean, my bare feet prance atop its moist sand like that of a giddy foul. I soon become calm when the idea that the wet sand has seeped between my toes, and some underneath my nails, like the Ocean couldn't resist becoming a part of me. I tiptoe with respect, slowly towards the edges of its beauty. I stop, predicting where the waves may end up. Here it comes. Sloshing water molecules, rushing over and between one another. Surging towards my bare naked toes. My eyes close in anticipation, toes wiggling and a smile as bright as the setting sun spread across my sun-kissed face. From deep within me, the prettiest of giggles emerges as I hear the wave, carrying seashells and mermaids, slowly emerges and indulges my toes, feet, and ankles. We are reunited at last.
To the Ocean,
Andrea Garza
Monday, November 21, 2011
#NHBPM Nov 21st Ekphrasis Post
The 21st prompt instructs me to"Find a Flickr Image in Creative Commons that inspires you in some way (positively or negatively) and free write about it."
I used the image that can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/63895408@N08/6393320159/
This image is beautiful! It reminds me of fall, and of the coming winter! My absolute favorite season is Christmas--I love everything about it. The snow, snowmen, polar bears, penguins, Christmas trees, stockings, Christmas lights, families coming together to share a warm dinner, children giddy with joy and anticipation. Time when people hold hot coffee near and dear, peppermint filling the air. Sugar cookies and baked pies: the familiar, welcoming smell fills homes as chimneys leak the smoke of crackling fires. Joy, love, happiness. Some may be distracted by the "greedy" shoppers who rush to sometimes selfishly grab the best deals, by the few grinches, and the people who are simply annoyed by the busy shopping isles and congested freeways. I think those who see these things are missing the point. It's not about getting the best gift for a loved one. For getting "just the right thing." Or trying to battle the other shoppers on Black Friday. I personally love Black Friday. Not because everything is on sale, but because me and my mom have made shopping together early in the morning a tradition. It was later to bloom, but we really have a good system down now. I don't care that it's crowded, and the lines are crazy. I love that I'm there with my mom, and we're both enjoying our time together. It's the small laughs that we have, perhaps just slap happy from being so tired. But it's fun! I love it. Cherish small moments like this. That is what the Christmas season is all about!
Love,
Andrea
I used the image that can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/63895408@N08/6393320159/
This image is beautiful! It reminds me of fall, and of the coming winter! My absolute favorite season is Christmas--I love everything about it. The snow, snowmen, polar bears, penguins, Christmas trees, stockings, Christmas lights, families coming together to share a warm dinner, children giddy with joy and anticipation. Time when people hold hot coffee near and dear, peppermint filling the air. Sugar cookies and baked pies: the familiar, welcoming smell fills homes as chimneys leak the smoke of crackling fires. Joy, love, happiness. Some may be distracted by the "greedy" shoppers who rush to sometimes selfishly grab the best deals, by the few grinches, and the people who are simply annoyed by the busy shopping isles and congested freeways. I think those who see these things are missing the point. It's not about getting the best gift for a loved one. For getting "just the right thing." Or trying to battle the other shoppers on Black Friday. I personally love Black Friday. Not because everything is on sale, but because me and my mom have made shopping together early in the morning a tradition. It was later to bloom, but we really have a good system down now. I don't care that it's crowded, and the lines are crazy. I love that I'm there with my mom, and we're both enjoying our time together. It's the small laughs that we have, perhaps just slap happy from being so tired. But it's fun! I love it. Cherish small moments like this. That is what the Christmas season is all about!
Love,
Andrea
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