I thought I had ruined a romantic moment recently when my husband asked if he could light a candle while I was cooking breakfast. I quickly said, “I am allergic to soy, and most candles irritate my throat and make me cough.” You can read what happened next in my article, “When Allergies Affect Marriage: Lighting a Candle.” You will also find some communication tips to apply in your marriage if you or your spouse has allergies.