[Blindtlk] Working in the yard

[Judy Jones]

Sounds great, except is unsafe when mowing.

Judy


-----Original Message----- 
From: Ray Foret jr
Sent: Thursday, July 25, 2013 7:55 AM
To: Blind Talk Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] Working in the yard

I have heard that some do their yard work barefooted; well, in some cases 
and where possible.  If I had to bother with yard work, (I don't because I 
rent) I might perhaps try it that way.  Not for everyone, of course, but, 
after all, it's another technique.


Sent from my mac, the only computer with full accessibility for the blind 
built-in!
Sincerely,
The Constantly Barefooted Ray
Still a very proud and happy Mac and Iphone user!

On Jul 25, 2013, at 7:06 AM, "Judy Jones" <jtj1 at cableone.net> wrote:

> The best thing I can suggest is to become well-oriented to your yard if 
> you aren't already, then plan the best way you will cover your area.  I've 
> found it to be much like vacuuming i.e. mow in overlapping areas in a grid 
> pattern to make sure you're covering the area.
>
> Another trick my sighted dad used that can also work, depending on the 
> shape and size of your yard, is to mow all around the perimeter and work 
> your way inward.  Or, combine both methods.  Start with the perimeter to 
> get at those hard-to-reach places, then do the overlapping grid method in 
> the open areas. Also pay attention to getting close to obstacles in the 
> middle of the yard, just the way you would want to give attention to 
> vacuuming around furniture legs and obstacles in your home.
>
> Hope this helps.  BTW, I'm not the best yard person although I love it, 
> and am always looking for any tricks that work for others.
>
> Judy
>
>
> -----Original Message----- From: A Kelly
> Sent: Wednesday, July 24, 2013 10:23 PM
> To: NFB Blind Talk Request Mail Submissions
> Subject: [Blindtlk] Working in the yard
>
> Hello everyone!
>>
>> Anyone pull weeds out of the flower beds and walkways?  Ever been afraid 
>> of grabbing a garden snake or other critters while doing so?  How do you 
>> go about pulling your weeds?  Do you have trouble finding them once you 
>> lose your place? Is there some type of method to this?
>>
>> When pushing a mower, is there some sort of trick to ensure you're 
>> walking straight?  How do you go about avoiding going over the areas 
>> you've already mowed?
>>
>> Just looking for some tips and tricks on how some of you go about 
>> tackling yard chores.  Thank you.
>
> Best Regards,
> Anita K.  also known as "Gadget Girl".  Sent via my Apple gadget.  Apple, 
> Take a bite, Express yourself!
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