[Blindtlk] Phone Desparation

Bryan Schulz b.schulz at sbcglobal.net
Sat Jun 27 18:28:57 UTC 2009


hi,

the go phone at walmart for $15 but you can't do texting.
Bryan

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jessica Kostiw" <jessicac.kostiw at gmail.com>
To: "Marion & Martin" <swampfox1833 at verizon.net>; "Blind Talk Mailing List" 
<blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Saturday, June 27, 2009 12:12 PM
Subject: [Blindtlk] Phone Desparation


> Hello Everyone,
> I know there has been a lot of discussion on cell phones lately, but I 
> have a big problem and need advice.  Until yesterday, I have been still 
> using my 6620, knowing that I need a new phone just procrastinating. 
> Well, yesterday the pin from my phone fell out again and now it is dead 
> and can't charge. This is the worst time for this to happen because I am 
> supposed to leave town tomorrow and really really need a phone.  I had 
> considered the I phone, but after a co-worker told me that with out the 90 
> dollar data plan there is no point in getting it.  I just want a phone for 
> keeping contacts, texting, and works with At&T.  Is there a phone like 
> that in the store that I could just buy?  I had also thought about the 
> KNFB Reader phone, but am I correct that it is not sold in stores?
>
> Thanks for your help,
> Jessica
>
> P.s.  I am sorry if this message is not complete, I am also really sick 
> today.
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Marion & Martin" <swampfox1833 at verizon.net>
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> Sent: Friday, June 26, 2009 9:43 AM
> Subject: [Blindtlk] Power of the Dream!
>
>
>> Please feel free to circulate the following message as widely as 
>> appropriate!
>>
>>
>>
>> Greetings Fellow Federationists!
>>
>>            While attending the National Federation of the Blind 
>> convention in Philadelphia in 2001, I heard Terry Kelly perform his song 
>> "power of the Dream"! The dynamic music and inspirational message had the 
>> convention on its feet as he sang the chorus
>>
>>
>>
>> "Changing what it means to be blind!
>>
>> Step by step one day at a time!
>>
>> Still much to do but it will be
>>
>> That the sighted eyes of the world will be able to see
>>
>> And there will be changes!
>>
>> The Power of the dream!
>>
>> Due diligence by you and me!
>>
>> Changing what it means to be blind!"
>>
>>
>>
>> Terry sent me a demo copy of his song and I have been performing it in 
>> nearly every performance since. Now I have recorded the song for 
>> inclusion on my new album which is scheduled for a mid-summer release!
>>
>>            I will be participating in the Third Annual March for 
>> Independence: A Walk for Opportunity on July 6 in Detroit to benefit the 
>> national Federation of the Blind's Imagination Fund and I would like to 
>> invite you to support my efforts! The donations raised will benefit the 
>> National Federation of the Blind's Imagination Fund. The Imagination Fund 
>> supports local and state outreach efforts benefiting blind people in our 
>> local community - blind children, teens, youth, college students, adults, 
>> and seniors losing their vision - as well as the programs and initiatives 
>> of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Jernigan Institute. The 
>> National Association of Guide Dog Users, for which I serve as President, 
>> will be applying for a grant from the Imagination Fund for the creation 
>> of a national toll-free advocacy, support, and educational hotline for 
>> guide dog users!
>>
>> For as little as a $5.00 donation, you can help me change what it means 
>> to be blind! As a special "Thank you!" gift, I will send you my recording 
>> of "power of the Dream" as an MP3 file! If you would like to make an 
>> on-line donation, you may do so by going to
>>
>> http://www.marchforindependence.org/goto/Marion.Gwizdala
>>
>> You will receive an automatic acknowledgement of your contribution 
>> through the website. If you would like to make your donation by mail, 
>> please make the check or money order payable to "National Federation of 
>> the blind" with my name in the memo and send it to
>>
>>
>>
>> March for Independence
>>
>> National Federation of the Blind
>>
>> 1800 Johnson Street
>>
>> Baltimore, MD 21230
>>
>>
>>
>>            I want to thank you in advance for your support of the 
>> National Federation of the Blind. If you have any questions, please do 
>> not hesitate to get in touch with me. My contact information is below my 
>> signature. Together we are changing what it means to be blind!
>>
>>
>>
>> Peace & Blessings!
>>
>> Marion Gwizdala
>>
>> 813-626-2789
>>
>> 800-558-8261
>>
>> Swwampfox1833 at verizon.net
>>
>>
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