[Blindtlk] introduction

Sun Sep 2 20:42:31 UTC 2012

Thank you! 

Sent from my iPod Touch

On Sep 2, 2012, at 8:25 AM, Aisha aka Mandi F <blind.muslima at live.com> wrote:

> Welcome to the list.
> Aisha 
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> Sent from my iPad
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> On Sep 2, 2012, at 11:24 AM, "Jasmine Kotsay" <jasmine.kotsay at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> That's good that you have found something in common.  LOL!
>> 
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: Ray Foret Jr <rforetjr at att.net
>> To: Blind Talk Mailing List <blindtlk at nfbnet.org
>> Date sent: Sun, 2 Sep 2012 09:17:39 -0500
>> Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] introduction
>> 
>> That is so way cool!!!
>> 
>> The instant I get back from church, I imagine that most here will be able to guess what I'll do.
>> 
>> Anyhow, I believe we were welcoming Jasmine, who, doubtless, is wondering just what she's gone and stumbled in to.  Well, Jasmine, what you are seeing is what can sometimes happen when two blind people who have something they are deeply passionate about find each other.  Carly, a 28-year-old, and I, a 47-year-old.  Not dropping any hints, mind you, just that we two are blind and have discovered a particular characteristic which we both  share and are passionate about.
>> 
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>> 
>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>> 
>> Skype name:
>> barefootedray
>> 
>> On Sep 2, 2012, at 8:58 AM, Carly Mihalakis <carlymih at comcast.net> wrote:
>> 
>> Good morning, Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>> 
>> So do I, go barefooted every place I can.  And, as for stepping on things, it's sort of the nature of the beast doncha think? you're a blink, you're bound to step on things.  So what?
>> I tend to be open to such a risk, if it means going barefooted.
>> Ya ever heard of John Kay from the band Steppenwolf? He came from Louisiana.  I have always wanted to hang out in Louisiana, myself.  someone asked the question as to whether a blind person should go barefooted or not, they posited that the answer was "no".  This was because we might step on something; not being able to see and all.  I saw replies from some who agreed with this; and, replies from others, such as myself, who "love to go barefooted!".  Most, sort of came down somewhere in the middle.  As for me, I don't just go barefooted inside; but also, I go barefooted outside every chance and place I can.  Keeps one's feet nice and callused and tough.
>> 
>> Okay.  Now, I'm going to answer your question.  I'm from Houma Louisiana, (about fifty miles south west of New Orleans and still recovering from Isaac).  Last Tuesday night was the worst of all for us.  No damage to my home though.
>> 
>> PS.
>> 
>> My blindness is caused by what they nowadays call ROP.  Retinopaty of Prematurity.  They used to call it RFP.  Would you believe it, they had to give me 18 bottles of oxygen to stay alive when I was born.
>> 
>> Interesting to find you here.
>> 
>> You are now added to my contacts.
>> 
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>> 
>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>> 
>> Skype name:
>> barefootedray
>> 
>> On Sep 1, 2012, at 10:26 PM, Carly Mihalakis <carlymih at comcast.net> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi, Ray,
>> 
>> I dunno what are your reasons for going barefoot, but, I also prefer a barefooted, means of experiencing my immediate, environment because I just CANNOT imagine doing without myriad, sensation, and other informations available via one's feet!
>> I am really uncomfortable while inside, wearing shoes!
>> Glad to find others with a same, quirk! Where are you from? I am from Berkeley, California and am 28 years old, a total (thanks to bienucleation from Bi rb.)PM 9/1/2012, Ray Foret Jr wrote:
>> Oh, let's see.
>> 
>> One time, somebody asked the question as to whether a blind person should go barefooted or not.  Guess by my signature what I said.
>> 
>> Actually, I said that, whether or not a blind person does that may well depend on many things; but, never should it depend on blindness.
>> 
>> Well, that's the lighter side.  We do, however  and very very often, discuss some very serious matters here.  Somebody wants help with something, for example, we try to offer the best advice we can on the matter.  Important NFB news updates with respect to the NFB are posted here.  IF our help is needed with respect to various legislative matters, such requests can be found here.  HTH.
>> 
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>> 
>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>> 
>> Skype name:
>> barefootedray
>> 
>> On Sep 1, 2012, at 3:02 PM, Jasmine Kotsay <jasmine.kotsay at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi!
>> That's great! What kinds of topics do you discuss? I think they had some examples on the website, but I'm curious as to what other things are talked about.  :)
>> 
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: Ray Foret Jr <rforetjr at att.net
>> To: Blind Talk Mailing List <blindtlk at nfbnet.org
>> Date sent: Sat, 1 Sep 2012 14:29:00 -0500
>> Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] introduction
>> 
>> Well, Jasmine, welcome to the list.  My name is Raymond; but, please call me Ray.  I insist.
>> 
>> Anyhow, we tend to have some interesting times on this list; by which I mean, we usually all get along quite well and have discussions the like of which you will find quite stimulating.
>> 
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> The Constantly Barefooted Ray!!!
>> 
>> Now a very proud and happy Mac user!!!
>> 
>> Skype name:
>> barefootedray
>> 
>> On Sep 1, 2012, at 2:18 PM, Jasmine Kotsay <jasmine.kotsay at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Hello,
>>     I wanted to introduce myself to this list.  My name is Jasmine.  When I came upon the name of this list on the NFB website, I was immediately interested.  I have no sight, and I'm always curious to find out new things about blind people.
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> Jasmine
>> 
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