[Blindtlk] Walking down the aisle

[Constance]

I walked down the aisle on the atrm of a friend who gave me away with my flowers and cane in my other hand. My cane collapsed and hung from my wrist so I was able to handle my flowers. Of course  I used it during pictures and buffet and the reception and everything was fine. I use it everywhere with confidence and if certain people are embarrassed because people stare, I tell them exactly what can kiss. be proud of your independence and I wish you good luck and happiness in your marriage and your future together. e

Constance Canode 
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On Aug 20, 2013, at 5:58 PM, Arielle Silverman <arielle71 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi all,
> 
> I don't normally post on this list, but have a question that I think
> this list would be the best place to ask.
> I am getting married in two weeks and am just curious to talk to other
> blind brides about how you went down the aisle and whether you used a
> cane, sighted guide or both? (I don't have a guide dog so that's not
> an option).
> 
> Our wedding will be outside, so the "aisle" is actually just a set of
> steps leading down to a creek. I will be walking with my parents (as
> part of tradition) so I could handle the mobility aspect either with
> or without a cane.
> I am totally blind and use my cane all the time in public places
> without a second thought, and pose for photos with my cane in the
> background. I'm just a little worried that during that big photo-op
> moment when I am coming out, my cane could end up dominating my
> appearance more than I would like. I feel positively identified as a
> blind person and don't object to being seen with my cane at all, but I
> just don't want it to dominate if that makes sense. Also, my current
> cane is quite beat-up so if I use it in the wedding, I will probably
> want to buy a new one for that purpose.
> 
> For those of you who did use a cane, how did you hold it and what did
> you do with it during the actual ceremony?
> 
> I probably will use my cane, but just want to figure out the most
> graceful-looking technique (and rebuff any pressure from family
> members not to use it).
> 
> Thanks and best,
> Arielle
> 
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