Dear Shayna B.,

I have a big, huge, humongous problem! I’ve had this problem for a while and it needs your advice. I am allergic to candy!! Whenever I even think of eating it I get very sick. I am so sad and don’t know how I can continue going to parties if I can’t enjoy the best part. Shayna, please tell me how to make parties fun without the sugar!

Sadly,

Allergic Aliza

Dear Allergic Aliza,

If it’s a candy party, decline the invitation. If it’s not, maybe go and enjoy! Play the party games, and talk to the party people. It’s not the candy that makes the party.

Watching a movie is fun, too. For everyone reading this article, how about a puppy party for your next birthday? I’m told you just play with puppies! I think I’ll totally do that! Anyway, what I’m saying is you can enjoy parties no matter what, even if it’s yours and you already know what’s going to happen.

Friends are what are really sweet about a party! So make sure to invite as many of them as you want without worrying about getting sick.

Best of luck,

Shayna B.

Shayna is a sixth grader and understands what kids in MIDDLE and elementary school are going through. She is happy to help others navigate this tricky time. She can be reached at [email protected]. She is looking forward to hearing from you soon.