[Blindtlk] Question that might seem odd

[Hyde, David W. (ESC)]

I have and took a telescoping cane. I did not use it carying the coffin, but did getting to it and leaving. I put it in my back pocket under my jacket when carrying

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On Aug 23, 2013, at 4:52 PM, "Jim Portillo" <portillo.jim at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi there,
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> I realize that what I'm about to ask might seem odd to some of you, and I
> apologize for that.
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> Unfortunately, I just lost my grandfather due to terminal illness and will
> be going home to Texas for the funeral.  I was asked by my mother and uncles
> if I'd like to be a pall-bearer, because he practically raised me and I was
> like a son to him as well.
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> So, I guess my question is this.  Has anyone here experienced being a
> pall-bearer, and if so, is there any advice or are there any tips for doing
> this as a blind person?  I know that I'll be with others, so I'm guessing
> that will serve as a guide or way of travel, is that right?  Also, should I
> be using or carrying my cane when this happens, or would it get in the way?
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> I'm honored to have been asked, and I want to show anyone who might be
> skeptical about it that I can participate with them and do this for my
> grandfather.  So, any advice or tips from you guys would be appreciated.
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> Thanks,
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> Jim
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