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Blind Reflections | Alison Fordham
A Tattoo Tribute To My Mom | A Blind Reflection By Alison Fordham In 2016, my Mom lost her vision. First in one eye, and then the other. After endless appointments, testing, and waiting for many months, she was diagnosed with LHON. She is… Continue Reading “Blind Reflections | Alison Fordham”
I’m A Bad _______ – But It’s Not Because I’m Blind! | Blind Beader
I don’t know what it is, but I run across many people in my daily life who assume that blind people are super dependent on others for every little life task, or can do anything and everything extraordinarily well. To muddy the waters even… Continue Reading “I’m A Bad _______ – But It’s Not Because I’m Blind! | Blind Beader”
Are Fireworks Worth My Time – Now That I’m Legally Blind?
After the Fourth of July celebration here in the states, someone said to me, “You know, if I couldn’t see the fireworks show, I probably wouldn’t go. Is it hard for you to sit there while everyone else watches the fireworks?”. I said, “Well,… Continue Reading “Are Fireworks Worth My Time – Now That I’m Legally Blind?”
5 Benefits Of Sharing Your Sight Loss Story
So, you’re legally blind. Were you born blind or did you lose sight at a later age? Is it a big deal in your life, or Is it easy to ignore? Has sight loss made you a stronger person? Have you broken down barriers so… Continue Reading “5 Benefits Of Sharing Your Sight Loss Story”
So Yeah, That Happened! | The Cat Toy
We adopted two cats just about a year ago, and I absolutely adore them. Their names are Kingston and Murphy. Kingston is the cool, calm, and collected cat, while Murphy is more of a drunk and disorderly cat. They bonded immediately, despite the difference… Continue Reading “So Yeah, That Happened! | The Cat Toy”
Things I Didn’t Want To Hear In The Early Stages Of My Vision Loss
You find out that a friend or family member was just diagnosed with a condition that causes permanent vision loss. They have been told there is no current treatment or cure. They may be in crisis, totally devastated, or in shock and denial by… Continue Reading “Things I Didn’t Want To Hear In The Early Stages Of My Vision Loss”
There's More To A Person Than Meets My Eyes
I get asked a lot of questions about what I can, (or can’t), see. It’s okay… I don’t mind. One question I’ve been asked is “if you’re looking right at me, what can you see?” To answer, I go into the usual spiel and explain… Continue Reading “There's More To A Person Than Meets My Eyes”
Talk Before You Touch – Advice On Greeting A Blind Person
In life, don’t we all want more happiness and less hot mess? More amazing and less annoying? More personal space and less in-your-face? Did I hear the crowd say “Hell yes!”? I thought so — and I am right there with ya! I’m feeling… Continue Reading “Talk Before You Touch – Advice On Greeting A Blind Person”
5 Things Blind People Should Not Have To Justify To Anyone
I have learned that when I feel the need to justify myself, some part of me is almost always of the opinion that others must be right and I must be wrong. Defending, explaining, and justifying my choices as a blind person is something… Continue Reading “5 Things Blind People Should Not Have To Justify To Anyone”
You Can’t Replace A Face
I miss my family and friends so much. They didn’t go anywhere…. In fact, I see many of them everyday. There IS something different about them. There IS something different about me. The difference is that I’m legally blind and their faces do not… Continue Reading “You Can’t Replace A Face”
Hello! Here is a little about me. I am a mom of two fantastic kids, group fitness instructor, transformational speaker, blogger, podcaster, and advocate in beautiful San Diego, CA. Oh, and as my website name would suggest, I am also legally blind. Yes, I’m a Girl Gone Blind — and I’m here to tell you all about it!
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