Personal Stuff Archives

Looking back on 2018, looking forward to 2019

January 2, 2019 by Hilary

It’s hard for me to think about 2018 with fondness. It went to shit before the halfway mark, and it’s really hard to think about any positives. But I know a lot of good stuff happened, I just need to take an actual look back rather than getting stuck in the bad shit (which is …

Introversion, social anxiety, and conferences

January 18, 2015 by Hilary

Just a warning that this is gonna get pretty honest and open about my introversion and depression. I’ve touched a bit on my social anxiety before, but not like this. I’m an introvert. To some of you who’s only experience with me is on Twitter, this may come as a surprise. According to Meyers-Briggs, I’m …

Care and Feeding of Needful Conference Goers

December 16, 2013 by Hilary

I’ve been asked a number of times by conference organizers for some help with feeding gluten free folks. So I decided to write up a few helpful tips – if you have any questions or need some consulting, let me know – I’m always happy to help make those with dietary restrictions enjoy conferences just …

People always ask (Warning: Not Testing related!)

July 28, 2013 by Hilary

For a blog entry unrelated to what I do for a living, but entirely related to how I live. I have Celiac disease, and must eat gluten free. At parties/bars/gatherings etc. I’m always asked the same questions about being gluten free, and Celiac disease, so I figured I would compile that info for those that …