We met through a mutual friend at school. Well we were reading the same book, and we liked the same kind of movies, so we just started hanging out. I thought he was really tall and that he had a nice smile. I let him know exactly what I was allergic to and... ...I'm not really shy about it, I'm pretty open. Everyone at school already knows that I have allergies. I remember I went to shake her hand that day, then later on she told me about the allergies, and I was concerned. I didn't know if I had nuts that day or not. But I didn't. He tends to worry a lot. The first time I went over for our date, she said I have to train you on using this EpiPen. Well I think it's important that he knows how to use it, and where I keep it... ...just in case we're ever out together and in case anything ever happens. She pulls it out and it looks like a pen, like a thicker pen or something. I'm asking her about it and she says "yeah, when you push it down, a needle comes out." and I'm like "A needle? So pretty much you're asking me to stab you on our first date." I got this okay, it's just, you just, you just BAM! You just hmmmm, well, let me just show you. It's just, it's just, BAM! I thought maybe he might be a little intimidated by it, but he was great. He might have messed up a couple times, but he got it eventually. So you just take it off, and just bam. It's for her safety so. Caution, allergy warning. When we're making something to eat, when we're cooking anything, in the beginning it's a little bit tough to get used to. May contain fish, but that's just may contain right? I can't have "may contain". Once you figure out what kind of foods, and how to read the ingredient labels, it's simple. And for the record, he's a way better cook than me. How is it? Pretty good. Umm because this doesn't really look cooked to me. It's just a little crunchy, it's okay. I can't believe you're eating that. It tastes good! How was your first kiss. Okay. How was our first kiss? I don't know. Oh, it was magical! Kissing is embarrassing to talk about I guess, but I definitely just say make sure that the person that you're seeing, if it's possible for them just to avoid eating things that you're allergic to. That's probably the best way to minimize the risk, but you can always brush your teeth... ...or little things to prepare for the big moment. For someone who doesn't have allergies, I can see that it's a big deal and it's important, and I'm glad that she told me. I don't think she needs to be embarrassed at all to tell me, and she wasn't embarrassed to tell me about her allergies. Because in the end, it's all for her safety. When you're beginning a new relationship, it's not always easy to talk about your allergies... ...but it's something that you have to do right from the start. Remember communication is key. Be up front and honest about your allergies with your boyfriend or girlfriend and be patient with them as they might not get it right away. Help them learn about the things you do to stay safe every day like always carrying your auto-injector and reading food labels. Teach them how to use your auto-injector so they can help you if you need them. Letting your friends know about your allergies and what they can do to support you is an important part of any relationship. Don't be embarrassed to talk about your allergies. It's part of who you are, and your true friends will accept you no matter what.