found that if i go to a party/event/whatever, and then crash in a hotel room for the night, and then drive back the following day – things work a bit better. most people can just drive home after the party with no difficulties. not me.
so, going to this party required us to spend money on a hotel room. other parties in the future will require that, too. my health is no longer good enough for me to try and “power through it” – and make it home before i collapse.
but, other than staying away from the smoking area… i was pretty much exposed to pollen, dust, and whatever else was 