I Made the Mistake of Invalidating My Husband
It just slipped out that one time. I wasn’t even thinking. My husband, Jared, and I had been talking casually about how some of his friends had taken up cycling, when I made the…
HemoWife — Alliah Czarielle
Alliah Czarielle, or Cza, is a writer, entrepreneur, and digital marketer based in Marikina, Philippines. She is married to Jared, who has severe hemophilia B and a seizure disorder. They have a young daughter and two other “babies” — a dog and a cat. Cza herself is diagnosed with ADHD and bipolar II disorder. This allows her to offer a unique perspective on navigating various aspects of young adult life (e.g. relationships, career, and parenting) with chronic health conditions. In her free time, she enjoys collecting fountain pens, supporting small businesses, traveling across the country, and exploring local cafes. She continues to blog like most 90s kids did in the Internet’s early years, sharing her thoughts and interesting discoveries on her personal website, czaofalltrades.com.
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For my husband, video games and the hospital went hand in hand
My husband, Jared, often spent his childhood navigating two very different worlds. In one, he was a regular kid with big dreams and boundless imagination. In the other, he was a young boy living…
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Learning About Rare Diseases Broadened My Perspective on Health and Wellness
My husband, Jared, and I were recently talking about Rare Disease Day, which falls on Feb. 28. As a person with hemophilia, Jared has faith in its purpose of raising awareness about rare…
Why I’d Take Many Small Bleeds Over a Large, Extended Injury
I recently asked my husband, Jared, who has hemophilia, a this-or-that question: “Would you rather have many insignificant bleeds several times a month, or big bleeds several times a year that keep you bedridden…
Why I Don’t Always Think About Hemophilia
When I tell people I’m married to someone with hemophilia, I get different reactions. Some people are genuinely curious and want to know more about my husband’s condition. They’ll ask several questions about the…
Exercising Helps Me Realize That Pain Is Necessary for Growth
After an entire year of getting little exercise, I’ve finally decided to work out again. I’d gone several months without much physical activity, so I’m starting with jump rope fitness for body conditioning. So…
Motherhood Can Be Stressful, but It Also Keeps Me Sane
“Motherhood is messy. And challenging. And crazy. And sleepless. And giving. And still unbelievably beautiful.” — Rachel Martin For me, motherhood is all of these things that blogger and author Rachel Martin suggests…
A Little Care and Consideration Are a Big Deal for PWD Entrepreneurs
In our work as professional online sellers, my husband, Jared, and I occasionally encounter difficult clients. Sometimes they send several messages to our social media channels outside of our office hours. Or they’ll…
I Seek Happiness Through Action, Not Positive Thoughts
When I was in my early teens, a family member introduced me to the law of attraction. According to this “law,” thoughts determine the outcome of one’s life. Therefore, if your thoughts are…
This Holiday Season, I’m Most Thankful for My Husband’s Presence and Good Health
I am someone who appreciates certain finer things. As a jeweler, I understand the value of fine metals, gems, and diamonds. As such, I can’t help but dream of owning attractive and valuable jewelry…
How the Montessori Method Helps Parents With Disabilities
Splash! A kid’s plastic drinking cup falls to the floor, spilling water all over. “Oh, no!” a toddler exclaims, noticing the accident. She picks up a rag and runs it over the wet spot on…
Finding Contentment in Change
Want to be happier and more content in life? Embrace change, a study published in The Review of Economic Studies notes. I did a double take when I first read about the study…
Living One Day at a Time
Lately I’ve been feeling stuck. My life seems to have taken on the appearance of an infinite to-do list. The moment I tick off a box, three more appear. Every day, I am literally…
