Tag: vision loss
What Is A CCTV And How Does It Help Me To See
What is that big computer screen thingamajig set up on your table?” That’s what they ask. “It’s one of the most important pieces of visual assistive devices in my house. It helps me to see!” That’s what I say. So what is it? It’s… Continue Reading “What Is A CCTV And How Does It Help Me To See”
Not All Blind People | Rachel Finlay
In my 29 years on the planet, it took me 23 of them to properly admit something to myself: I’m blind. It shouldn’t be a surprise but just like for sighted people, I didn’t grow up with a realistic idea of what being blind… Continue Reading “Not All Blind People | Rachel Finlay “
My Transition From Sighted Mom to Blind Mom
With Mother’s Day upon us here in the states, RNIB Connect Radio (UK) asked me to talk a little bit about my transition from a sighted mom to a mom who is legally blind. To say it was incredibly difficult would be an understatement. I had so many… Continue Reading “My Transition From Sighted Mom to Blind Mom”
How Helping The Blind Can Create A Healthier You
I’ve been a student at the Braille Institute in San Diego for about two years now, and I recently added the title of “Volunteer” to my badge. Yes… I’m crossing over the bridge to a place where helping others, such as the blind, can create a healthier you. … Continue Reading “How Helping The Blind Can Create A Healthier You”
Blind Reflections | Jonathan Dator
From losing independence to gaining a life worth living | A Blind reflection by Jonathan Dator 14 years ago today I woke up with perfect 20/20 vision, played some basketball, and when I hopped into my Audi a4 that I was completely in love… Continue Reading “Blind Reflections | Jonathan Dator”
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”
What's The Good, The Bad, and The Not So Nifty About Going Blind at 50?
So, what’s the good, the bad, and the not so nifty about going blind at 50? Oh, I CAN tell you! How much time do you have? An hour, or two, or twenty? Ha ha! Well, last week I spoke with Tara Briggs, the… Continue Reading “What's The Good, The Bad, and The Not So Nifty About Going Blind at 50?”
Thoughts For My Child Who Now Has a Blind Parent
For my child who drives to pick up their siblings because I can’t drive. For my child who may need to arrange for a ride from a friend because I can’t give them one. For my child who says “curb!” without even realizing it when walking… Continue Reading “Thoughts For My Child Who Now Has a Blind Parent”
How I Solved Our Family Sock Struggle
Why do family members dislike matching socks so much? Is it just my family or what!?! I did it for years and I didn’t like it either! But, I guess I had to do it because I was the “Mom”. After losing vision, this… Continue Reading “How I Solved Our Family Sock Struggle”
Together Is Better – 4 Tips For Guiding Blind Walkers
A long brisk walk on a warm and sunny morning. That is something I love to do when I’m not teaching group fitness classes at the gym. I hit the hills alone with my thoughts to keep me company. Alone. All alone. Well, that’s how… Continue Reading “Together Is Better – 4 Tips For Guiding Blind Walkers”
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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