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What Is It Like To Be Blind At Christmas? | Tamara Gaudet
Christmas is my absolute, hands down favorite time of year. Has been ever since I was a little girl. I would wait for Santa and hope he heard my Christmas wish. Then, growing up Christmas traditions continued and my love for this holiday deepened further.… Continue Reading “What Is It Like To Be Blind At Christmas? | Tamara Gaudet”
Blind Reflections | Lynne Nicholson
Don’t Limit Yourself | A Blind Reflection by Lynne Nicholson Obstacles can seem insurmountable. Two years ago, if you’d told me that I’d be making quilts on my sewing machine, I’d have thought you were crazy, as I had learned a month prior I… Continue Reading “Blind Reflections | Lynne Nicholson”
17 Easy Ways To Make A Blind Person’s Day | A Slice Of Satire
I came across this little gem on Facebook with no author. I found out that it was originally published on Where’s Your Dog? |November 2015. It’s brilliant, sarcastic, and witty. I thought it deserved to be featured on my blog! Now, who’s in the… Continue Reading “17 Easy Ways To Make A Blind Person’s Day | A Slice Of Satire”
The Best Kind Of Help | Dr. Amy Kavanagh
After the great response to my last post “I’m Not A Fan Of Your Hands”, I wanted to feature this brilliant blog written by Dr. Amy Kavanagh to further educate others on the best kind of help for those with sight loss. The Best… Continue Reading “The Best Kind Of Help | Dr. Amy Kavanagh”
I’m Not A Fan Of Your Hands
I’m becoming more and more aware of something some sighted people tend to do because I’m legally blind. I don’t think they even realize they do it. They probably don’t know just how annoying and uncomfortable it can be. It’s a “touchy” subject, but… Continue Reading “I’m Not A Fan Of Your Hands”
What Does It Mean To Be Legally Blind? | Derek Daniel
Over the years, I have had to explain that I cannot see as well as other people. I use a variety of terms, such as blind, visually impaired, low vision and so forth. One that many people use is the phrase “legally blind.” People… Continue Reading “What Does It Mean To Be Legally Blind? | Derek Daniel”
Blindness, Binoculars, And A Beautiful Bride
Recently, there was a photo shared on social media that caught my attention. The photo was posted by Shannon Elliott. It captured a special moment at her brother Brandon’s wedding. The moment when Brandon looks down the aisle at his beautiful bride. He wanted… Continue Reading “Blindness, Binoculars, And A Beautiful Bride”
LHON – I Won’t Forget The Day We Met
On September 24, 2013, I met you and you changed my life. My phone rang. I was a bit annoyed because I was getting ready to go out for the night. I did not have time for any chit-chat. I looked at my phone… Continue Reading “LHON – I Won’t Forget The Day We Met”
Empowering My Invisible Disability With A Touch Of Ink
There are many types of invisible disabilities. They are conditions I suspect many people would like to forget – even if it was just for a day. Unfortunately, that’s usually not a choice. Disabilities, seen or unseen, often come with unwanted physical and emotional… Continue Reading “Empowering My Invisible Disability With A Touch Of Ink”
Simple Strategies For Responding To Comments About Your Vision Loss
People say the darndest things, don’t they? Do you ever wonder why family, friends, or even complete strangers say the things they do about you and your vision loss? You know, things that make you go “Hmmmm”. Well, chances are, they’re just trying to… Continue Reading “Simple Strategies For Responding To Comments About Your Vision Loss”
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!
Girl Gone Blind 