First, thanks to Hope and ValerieD for their kind words.  If anything I post manages to help any of you nice people even a little, then I’m thrilled.  To have this outlet has been a godsend for me.  

So about these life-saving bracelets that I remember SO hating as a kid.  And as an adolescent.  And as a young adult.  And even, quite honestly, even now.  SO many complete strangers have asked me if I’m allergic to penecilin.  When you say no, I was born with an adrenal imbalance, the most common response is, so you’re like hyper all the time?  Or worse, they appear worried that you might be contagious.  Yes, that has honestly happened to me a number of times.  Which caused me on other occasions to answer yes, I’m allergic to penecilin.  Now even though that stoppped an unwanted conversation, it left me feeling like I was hiding something, a secret -- and I hated that feeling.  So now, I answer honestly, and deal with the ensuing conversation. 

But the reality is, these bracelets are a flag.  They draw the curiosity of others.  And when you’re a kid, the last thing you want to feel is different -- from other kids, as well as your own families.  So Moms and Dads, I’ve got a suggestion for you to make your CAH kids feel a little less different... go out and buy adult sized bracelets and wear them yourselves.  My son LOVES matching me -- whether its clothes or food or whatever -- and to be able to match bracelets might help alleviate some of the attention it draws.  It’s just a thought.  I wish you all pleasant weekends.

Warm Regards, Eric B.