How Our Daughter Copes With Hemophilia in the Family
My daughter, Cittie, is now 3 and a half years old. She’s grown so much over the past years,…
Articles by Allyx Formalejo
Examining Workplace Expectations for People With Disabilities
I recently came across the idea that people with disabilities (PWDs) should be held to the same standards as everyone…
An Open Letter to Exhausted Care Partners: I See You
To those caring for a spouse or partner with chronic illness: Maybe you knew about your partner’s condition from…
Inconveniences Are Annoying, but They Aren’t the End of the World
It’s normal to come across inconveniences in daily life. Imagine being in the following scenarios: You’re filling out an important…
Unlike My Younger Days, I Now Appreciate Life’s Mundane Moments
When I was younger, I often yearned for a fast-paced life. As a teenager, I rarely got to leave the…
We Need to Redefine Productivity for Those With Chronic Illness
My husband, Jared, and I work to earn a living. We freelance for various clients and run a business —…
Travel With Chronic Illness Requires Patience and Good Planning
When I was younger, my family moved around a lot. I also spent a lot of time traveling all over…
My Husband Turns to Gardening to Improve His Mental Health
My husband, Jared, and I have maintained a small garden on our balcony ever since we moved into our new…
A Good Pair of Shoes Is Important to My Husband With Hemophilia
Recently, my husband, Jared, and I stumbled upon a local shoemakers’ trade bazaar at the city hall. We just…
Looking at Environmental Protection Through the Lens of Disability
Climate change has been a hot topic in our circles lately. We feel it very much in the Philippines, where…