[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by twoplanekid

While we carry epi pens with us for our 9 year old grandson, we do it with the understanding that

“EpiPen� and EpiPen Jr� Auto-Injectors are for the emergency treatment of life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) caused by allergens, exercise, or unknown triggers; and for people who are at increased risk for these reactions. EpiPen� and EpiPen Jr� are intended for immediate administration as emergency supportive therapy only. Seek immediate emergency medical help right away”

Can’t do that while in flight.

I say this to let you know that epi pen use is to be followed by immediate emergency medical help. As I hate the long drive from Ohio to Florida, I am sorry my son has taken this stance but I understand his position. We will take our grandsons to and from Florida by car.

If a child is endangered by a person eating peanuts in a small space than it is the parents responsibility to protect him from that danger. To me, that would mean driving rather than flying. Not all people truly understand the danger or know what Anaphalactic Shock is. One cannot count on their understanding or cooperation.


It is wise to let a child be aware of his condition and make sure that he knows that a medical condition does not lessen his worth or is reason for anyone to think differently about him. He must know so that he can protect himself. In my opinion anyway. Everyone runs their own railroad or flies their own plane.

[manaboutown]

When I was married my wife used perfume that smelled like weeds to me. She refused to change it. During that time I suffered frequent headaches. A divorce solved all of that!

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by mgjim

As a soldier, I spent several years in Korea and I used public transportation a lot. On particularly hot days during rush hour, the scent of garlic was really strong. I mentioned it to a friend of mine and asked him if he noticed it too. He said he hadn't but he said that Americans smelled strongly of old meat. You just never know what's coming out of your pores until you ask around.

I'll take the smell of old meat any day compared to that of kimche. Pilots could smell it when flying over where it was being prepared.