<div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><p class="gmail-MsoTitle" align="center" style="text-align:center;margin:0in;font-size:28pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;letter-spacing:-0.5pt"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">“Beyond the Six Dots”</span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">National Federation of the Blind Community Service
Division</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">March 2023 Quarterly Newsletter</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">We use a white cane, slate & stylus, and screen
readers in between,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">We read from the left, write from the right, and will
tap tap onto any scene.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">We want our communities to know what we’ve got, a
commitment to serve,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Beyond the Six Dots!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="WE%20SHALL%20OVERCOME" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">WE SHALL OVERCOME</span></b></a><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Reflections by Daria
Bannerman</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">On a chilly, but
beautifully sunny Monday morning, I spent the day volunteering at Fayetteville
Urban Ministries.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Fayetteville Urban
Ministry is a nonprofit organization located in Fayetteville, North Carolina,
and provides assistance with food, clothing, utility assistance, and employee
readiness services.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">When I arrived at FUM, I
was greeted with such wonderful, warm, and friendly volunteers who were just
like me, ready to serve!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">My first task was to
proudly sign my name as a volunteer. Once that was completed, next was to meet
my team members, and see where we would roll up our sleeves and work together
to sort and organize the clothes closet. Once assignments were issued, the
director of the organization led everyone outside to provide a little
background on their growing organization. One of the fun facts I learned, this
local organization has been around for over forty years! And they have been
providing services to over ten thousand people in Fayetteville! I can’t tell
you how much that touched my heart. Although the cold Winter air was trying to
rattle our bones, the intoxicating spirit of gratitude and willingness to serve
others, kept everyone warm and smiles bright.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">FUM has a monthly event
called Service Saturdays, where members of the community can volunteer one
Saturday a month. However, on this special Monday, the dedicated organization
wanted to observe Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">It was beautiful to see
people of all ages volunteering to help organize the food pantry and sort
through all of the donated clothing. Everyone came together to work along with
other strangers, communicated about everyday life, and discovered creative
solutions as a team. I definitely plan to return as a volunteer and have
already set my next visit for March 25<sup>th</sup>.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">I strongly encourage all
of you to find a way to serve in your local communities, in whichever way you
can. And remember, you can still participate in virtual opportunities, as well
as in-person. When your heart is in the right place, the impact you will have
on others, will last a lifetime.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">“Everybody can be great because everybody
can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to
make your subject and your verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of
grace, a soul generated by love.” </span></i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">by Reverend Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">**If you have recently served within your
community, share your experience with us. Write a reflection and send it to our
editor by email.**</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">WE’VE</span></b></a><span class="gmail-MsoHyperlink" style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> GOT SUNSHINE</span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Our days will start
getting longer, flowers will begin to bloom, and the sweetness of warmer
weather allows us to spend more time enjoying the great outdoors. Make sure to
grab your sunglasses and share our awesome chuckles wherever you go!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Question: How do you know
flowers are friendly? </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Answer: They always have
new bugs!!!! </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">“Don’t think about it, laugh about it!”</span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">CSD!
THE BIGGEST KETTLES THAT COULD</span></b></a><b><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">We Really Got It Poppin’ In 2023!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Written by Daria Bannerman</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">From the bottom of our
enormous hearts, the Community Service Division and the Willing Workers’
Committee would like to thank you so much for allowing this poptastic Double
Good popcorn fundraiser to be a popin’ success! Because of your love for the
Butter Believe It, The main Cheese, and Sweet and Salty, we were able to raise
over $17,000!!!!!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Our division will be able
to use these essential funds to assist with community service projects, as well
as, providing scholarships for people who are blind and visually impaired to
reach their desired goals and dreams. Thank you, again, for your generous
support, and thank you, Gloria, for organizing this fantastic popcorn
fundraiser!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">We hope, <b>EVERYONE</b>,
will pop with us in 2024!</span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><i>“Here's to those who inspire us and
don't even know it."</i> by Anonymous </p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b>THE
POWER OF YOUR KERNEL DOLLARS</b></a><b></b></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">2021 CSD Fundraiser</p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Written by Jeanetta Price</p>
<p style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Every year the
National Federation of the Blind Community Service Division participates in a
community service project during the exciting days of our national
convention. Our 2021 partnership
benefited Ronald McDonald House Charities of Maryland. This is a home away from home for seriously
ill children and their families. There
were two activities we had taken part in for our community service projects. We
wrote notes of encouragement to the families and children staying at the Ronald
McDonald House. We also provided comfort to the families and children by
collecting over 100 new blankets.</p>
<p style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Our service project
was a success, because of our federation family, and friends beyond the six
dots! Often, we as blind individuals are denied opportunities to serve due to
low expectations and lack of knowledge of blindness. When given the opportunity,
we will exceed all expectations. With honor, we share the reflection from<i> </i>Kim
Davis, Director of Volunteers, Ronald McDonald House.</p>
<p style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">“Looking back on
working with the National Federation of the Blind makes my heart very
happy. Jeanetta first reached out to me asking to team up and work together a
month or back and I thought, of course we want to do this! But little did I
know how above and beyond this amazing group of people would go! Everyone came
together and put a lot of effort into getting us items that we need around the
Ronald McDonald House that help make the families that stay with us more
comfortable and feel at Home. These items are so important to us and the
families here at RMH. So having a group of people willing to come together to
get us blankets, toiletry kits, snack bags, notes of encouragement, and just
overall love and support was absolutely amazing. We really felt the love! We
knew to be expecting these items for delivery, but let me tell you, when they
came in, we were truly over joyed by the outcome. You could tell so much love
and support were put into the project. Everything was so nice and cute and
perfectly packaged for us to hand out to the families. The blankets were
adorable and cozy. We were so insanely excited to get everything to the
families because we knew they were going to love everything as much as we did.
And of course, the Notes of Encouragement, including some with braille was just
so special. I felt like it really connected the groups together. You never know
what others are going through but being able to learn about and support others
even when you're going through something difficult is just so beautiful. This
idea really touched my heart as I'm sure it did with our families here as well.
And we can't forget about the wonderful CSD seminar. The energy was electric. I
was smiling the whole time. So much happiness and joy and love. What an amazing
and wonderful group of people!! I am so so so grateful for
everything the National Federation of the Blind did for RMH Maryland. We are so
appreciative and grateful for the support you all provided to us. We can't
thank you enough. We love you!”<b><i></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">It Gets Bigger
& Better Every Year!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">2022 CSD
Fundraiser</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:16.2pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Written by Stacie
Leap</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">I have been participating
for the past two years and this year marks three! They say third time is a
charm and I hope that this fundraiser is more successful than previous years. I
remember in my first year thinking that I would not do it. I thought about how
many people might not like popcorn or might turn it down because there are so
many different fundraisers for every cause. I was very mistaken. A lot of my
friends sent it to their friends and I was able to raise a little over $300 of
my $500 goal. I, myself, bought some popcorn to see how it taste and oh my
goodness! it was really amazing. I enjoyed every flavor so far but my favorite
flavors are Caramel DM and Sargent Salt and Pepper. The titles are so catchy
and it made a lot of my friends smile! You Butter Believe It was nothing I
expected. I definitely told myself, "Sweety, You Salty" </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">😊</span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">During the second year, I
surpassed my goal! I was so hype! I started to get into a flow of how and when
to advertise the fundraiser. A lot of my supporters came back and asked me when
I am doing it again. I even noticed that they increased their quantities from
last year.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The excitement around the
fundraiser was definitely exhilarating. All of the people who made a store had
a friendly competition but yet we all encouraged each other to push our limits
and never stop! Even though it was virtual, it was definitely the best
fundraiser I experienced.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">All of the funds went
back to our division. In 2021, we used the money to make care boxes and
blankets for the Ronald McDonald house. Last year, we provided a barbeque for
the children of Covenant House in New Orleans, Louisiana. We had a luncheon
with our Willing Workers Committee as a thank you for all their hard work. also
gave back to our members, providing them with a stipend so they can attend and
enjoy our 2022 national convention. We even gave an opportunity for a family to
attend convention for the first time. Service is definitely placed in the heart
of all our CSD Willing Workers and I expect much more love, service, and
commitment.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">A special shout-out to Gloria
Nathan-Cherry, our Popcorn lady, for bringing this idea to the Community
Service Division and for encouraging all of us to do it! Also, hats off to our
Popcorn Kim, Marvin, who has sold the most popcorn in all three years. All
kernels bow down to you sir!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">"Most
of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have
kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all." </span></i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">by
Dale Carnegie</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">MORE
SMILING LESS WORRYING</span></b></a><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">National Stress Awareness Month</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Written by Kanya Harris</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Stress! Stress! Stress! How many of us have it?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Stress! Stress! Stress! How many ways to combat it?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Stress! Stress! Stress! Let me count the ways…</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Here are my Top 10 Peachy
tips to debunk the stressful day to day situations; don’t throw in the towel or
pull your hair out!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">1. Find your inner peace for starters. When you
find it protect it at all cost. Never
let anything or anyone shake your foundation or take your power.<b></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">2. Daily affirmations. Speak positivity over your day. Cast out all
negativity. “No matter what my day is going to be Great!”</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">3. Take a walk. Walk away gather your thoughts
and center your being. It’s perfectly ok
to take a time out rather than POP a blood vessel.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">4. Channel that emotion find something peaceful
like journal writing, listening to your favorite music, or reading a good book
such as The Write 2 Heal.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">5. Pray to the Highest for peace, a positive
mind set, and to allow love in without resistance.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">6. Yep, I will eat that donut, cookie, and/or
cake anyway it will make me feel better I don’t know about you it works for me</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> At the end of
the day the last four are the E’s to my peace. Evaluate the situation,
Eliminate the source, Encourage myself, and I will Enjoy all the days of my
Life and keep all my hair. HAHA!!!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">“Do what you can, with what you have, where
you are."</span></i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> by Theodore Roosevelt</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">DO
YOU REMEMBER HOW CSD SPELLS APRIL?</span></b></a><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">National Volunteer Week
& Global Volunteer Month</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">April 16<sup>th</sup> to
April 22<sup>nd </sup>of 2023</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">National Volunteer Week takes place every April during Global Volunteer
Month. We encourage each person, and all groups, committees, chapters, divisions,
and every affiliate to take part in National Volunteer Week. It is an
opportunity to recognize and support the profound impact on the act of serving
others. As a volunteer, there is tremendous power in being able to tackle
society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities, and be a force
that transforms the world.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Every year, the Community Service Division challenges all of its
members, along with friends and families to lend their time, talents, and voice
to make a difference in their communities.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Post your upcoming Volunteer Week & Global Volunteer Month
opportunities on our Facebook page:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CommunityServiceDivision/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">https://www.facebook.com/CommunityServiceDivision/</span></i></a><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Share all of your upcoming volunteer opportunities on our email list:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="mailto:community-service@nfbnet.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">community-service@nfbnet.org</span></a><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">We hope all of you, plus the person to your left, and the person to your
right, will celebrate 2023 Volunteer Week the CSD way, with</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Action!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Passion!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Respect!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Inspiration!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">& Love!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">“If you want
to touch the past, touch a rock. If you want to touch the present, touch a
flower. If you want to touch the future, touch a life.” </span></i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"> by
Anonymous<i></i></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">NAVIGATING
MOTHERHOOD BY STARLIGHT</span></b></a><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">National Mother’s Day, Celebrating An Out of Sight
Mother</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Written by Carol King-Ries</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Recently, I had the
privilege of interviewing Stacie Leap, an extraordinary woman and mother who
through the darkest time of her life, was guided back into the light by a
little shining star named Alana. In
2016, Stacie found out that she was pregnant, but she was also in a long-term
abusive relationship that she desperately wanted to leave. When she was two months pregnant, her
boyfriend beat her so severely that she lost her vision, and her neck was
broken. She could not have surgery
because they feared whether the baby would survive, so she had to go through
the first part of her pregnancy wearing a large neck brace to prevent her from
damaging her spinal cord and possibly becoming paralyzed or dying. According to Stacie, these were dark times
for her. She was in pain, depressed, and
very afraid about what would happen to her and the baby. However, due to
concern for her baby, she asked for help.
Albert Einstein Medical Center found a place for her to rehab from her
physical injuries, they got her some mental health counseling, and they
provided her with a doula. A doula is a
woman, without obstetric training, who provides experienced guidance and support
to a woman during her pregnancy. This
proved to be a good and empowering decision.
Stacie ended up having life-threatening complications which caused her
to have a c-section, and her daughter was born prematurely. Both Stacie and Alana were in the hospital
for 19 days recovering from the premature birth. Thankfully, Alana had no lasting
complications from the birth, and her presence became the light that would help
to pull Stacie out of the darkness.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Stacie remained depressed
after her baby was born. She only got
out of bed to feed Alana, and to take care of her. Her doula came by every day and came up with
all kinds of “out of sight” tricks to help her learn to care for her baby as a
blind woman. This included techniques to
do things like prepare formula, to bathe the baby, and to wash her baby’s
clothes. Stacie became comfortable with
her role and responsibilities, and she was able to care for her child without
the help of the doula. However, she was
still depressed. But, once again the
draw of the shining star, Alana, brought someone else into her life.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Stacie was a person who
volunteered in the community before she lost her sight. One of the people she volunteered with heard
that she was in poor physical health, and that she just had a baby. That person came to visit her, and according
to Stacie, she was still a crying, depressed mess. She told Stacie she would come back the next
day, and she continued to come back to help Stacie and Alana. She eventually became one of Stacie’s best
friends and Alana’s godmother.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Due to her vocational
rehabilitation, Stacie heard about and joined the NFB of Pennsylvania and
became active in the Keystone Chapter and the affiliate. She started a blind parent’s group because
she was unable to find one anywhere, and her need became her mission. This
group meets via Zoom every third Saturday of the month. They have discussed the book “The 7 Habits of
Highly Effective Families” and have had a guest speaker series that discussed
positive parenting. They also discuss
health issues and had a speaker from Accessible Pharmacy to discuss safe
administration of medicines to children.
If you are interested in participating in this group, which consist of
people from all over the United States and Canada, contact Stacie at
<a href="mailto:stacie.leap@gmail.com">stacie.leap@gmail.com</a>. Stacie also
participates in the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Students, the
Pennsylvania Organization of Parents of Blind Children, and she was recently
name to the National Federation of the Blind Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Committee. She also volunteers at her
daughter’s school. Her community service
is exemplary, and she stands out whatever she does.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Did you know that
Stacie’s last name, Leap, means lucky in the Cambodian language? When Alana was in Kindergarten, Stacie met a
woman on Clubhouse, a social media app, while she was discussing the lack of
accessibility in school apps and websites.
Because of this encounter, Stacie was hired as an accessibility support
specialist for her Tech company. Her
advocacy for Alana guided her to her new vocation! Stacie’s favorite quote is from 2 Corinthians
5:7 in the Bible… She walks by faith, and not by sight, and this faith walk has
led her to some incredible opportunities.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">She was one of the
original authors of the Write 2 Heal Anthology, a book featuring the work of
eight out of sight authors telling their story their way. Her chapter is entitled “Leap of Faith”. If you would like to hear more about Stacie’s
story in her own words, the book can be purchased on Amazon and is also on
Audible. Stacie’s story, like all the
others, is extraordinary and empowering.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">When I asked Stacie what
her biggest hopes for the future are, she said that she does not want any blind
parents to lose their children due solely to the fact that they are blind. She wants to advocate for legislation and
programs to prevent this from ever happening again. When Alana was 4, her abusive boyfriend came
back into her life threatening to sue for custody of her daughter because she
was blind, and he alleged that she could not take care of her. She also wants to continue to instill in
Alana, the shining star that led her out of darkness that she is worthy of
love, and that the greatest love she will ever find comes from within herself,
right where God put it. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Happy Mother’s Day to all the out of sight mothers and
mothers to be!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">“Mother is a verb. It's something you do. Not
just who you are." </span></i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">by<i>
</i>Cheryl Lacey Donovan<i></i></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><a href="EMPOWERMENT%20OF%20WOMEN" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN</span></b></a></span><b><u><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">International Women’s History Month</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">An Interview with Stephanae McCoy</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Contributed by the American Printing House</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">In honor of Women’s
History Month, we’re learning about women making a difference who also have a
visual impairment. We interviewed Stephanae McCoy about how losing her sight
led to her founding her own business, Bold Blind Beauty.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Meet Stephanae</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Stephanae’s sight loss
journey spanned over four years. It began with the development of a macular
hole, which led to further complications and eventually a glaucoma diagnosis.
After many pokes, prods, and laser surgeries, Stephanae’s sight deteriorated,
and she was declared legally blind.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Founding Bold Blind Beauty</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Stephanae decided to
create Bold Blind Beauty when she was asked to give a presentation on makeup
for a group of women who were blind and had low vision. Unable to find
information about the topic online, Stephanae created the presentation based on
her own process of applying makeup.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">“There was such a great
discussion afterward I knew I had to do something to address the void in this
area,” said Stephanae. “Bold Blind Beauty began as a blog to empower women on
the blindness spectrum. It has since evolved into an advocacy platform that
demystifies blindness through storytelling and the celebration of our diverse
and inclusive community through empowerment, connection, and barrier-breaking.”</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Today, Bold Blind Beauty
offers several services. One of these services, The Beyond Sight Magazine, aims
to highlight members of the blindness community through storytelling. Other
services offered are the Virtual Work Experience Program for high
school/college students with disabilities, InSIGHT Through Inclusion Speaker
Series, Ambassador Program, and the Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. Podcast.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">The Impact of Bold Blind Beauty: Q&A with
Stephanae</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Q: The mission of Bold Blind Beauty is to
“improve humanity by changing the way we perceive one another.” Why is this
mission important to you?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">A: The mission is so
important to me because people are important. From the time I was very young, I
recognized I was different simply because of the color of my skin. Today, as a
woman over 60 with an acquired disability, I am intimately aware of what
discrimination feels like. Because of my lived experience, I firmly believe
that no one wants, or deserves, to be reduced.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">People who are perceived
as different have to justify their existence because other people and systems
refuse to accept them as they are. Everyone has biases, and it’s up to us…to
acknowledge our bigotry and work on ourselves. This work isn’t easy, and…we
need to leave our assumptions at the door so that we can learn to fully embrace
people without judgment. The work of changing perceptions begins within each of
us, and it’s ongoing.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Q: How does the mission of Bold Blind Beauty
benefit the blindness community?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">A: The mission benefits
the blindness community because we believe everyone has value. By sharing our
stories, we prove to the world that even though we are on the blindness
spectrum, this doesn’t prevent us from being productive members of society. We
simply move through the world a little differently, and this is our superpower.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Q: What does beauty look like to you?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">A: Beauty looks like
courage to me. Having the courage to be uniquely me is beautiful.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Q: Can you tell us about the acronyms A.I.R. and
BLIND? How have these acronyms helped change people’s perceptions of blindness?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">A: A.I.R. stands for
Access, Inclusion, and Representation. These are the main themes on Bold Blind
Beauty, which is why we created the podcast Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.
Everyone needs air to survive. People with disabilities need A.I.R. to survive
and thrive. BLIND = Bold Leaders Illuminating New Directions. This acronym was
our positive take on the word “blind.” Anyone can be a Bold Leader Illuminating
New Directions.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Q: How do you hope Bold Blind Beauty impacts the
future history for women who are blind?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">A: It’s my hope that
women who are on the blindness spectrum and are making huge moves will become
more largely recognized.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Q: What do you hope people will take away or
learn from visiting your website?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">A: I hope that people
will take away the idea that appreciating differences and accepting people
where they are is at the heart of humanity. When we take the time to stop,
listen, and learn from others’ lived experiences, the tapestry of life becomes
more enriched. Many of us look at adventurers and risk-takers as bold people.
However, depending on where we are in our stories, being bold can be something
as simple as getting out of bed. For onlookers, it takes a bold person to open
their hearts and minds to understand that differences are beautiful.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">“Outer beauty attracts, but inner beauty
captivates.”</span></i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"> by Kate Angell</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">NEVER FORGET, FOREVER HONOR</span></b></a></span><b><u><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">National Memorial Day</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Contributed by Rachel Levitt</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">On Monday, May 29th, 2023,
we will remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while
serving our country. Presidents, politicians, public figures and foreign
dignitaries will lay wreaths on thousands of tombs of the Unknown soldiers in
Arlington National Cemetery. As we remember and honor our heroes, we want to
count our blessings and stand proud of our service members.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">This Memorial Day, we invite you to take a
moment of silence <u>at 3:00</u>PM EST as we remember those who
courageously gave their lives.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:0.5in;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">We also want to provide a few additional ideas
on how you, your friends, neighbors, and family, can all honor this upcoming Memorial
Day:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">1.
Take a Walk Through Your Local Veterans Cemetery</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Most
states have national veterans’ cemeteries where you can pay a visit and honor
the fallen. Many cemeteries might have adjusted hours or be only open to family
members, but this varies across the country.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">2.
Brush Up on Your Memorial Day Knowledge</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Many
people easily confuse Memorial Day with Veterans Day or other military
holidays. You can refresh your memory on the difference between these holidays
in five minutes or less.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">3.
Participate in a Memorial Day Walk or Running Race</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">There
are many annual Memorial Day weekend running races – virtual or in-person – and
you can participate in one of these races in your local community as a way to
honor the fallen. From 5Ks to half marathons, there are plenty of options
available through run-hosting organizations across the country – all it takes
to find them is a quick internet search!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">4.
Learn About Gold Star Families</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">The
designation “Gold Star Family” is reserved for families of military members who
have died in the line of duty. This title is meant to honor the service
member’s ultimate sacrifice while acknowledging their family’s loss, grief and continued
healing. Spend a few moments this weekend learning about Gold Star Families in
honor of Memorial Day.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">5.
Investigate Your Family’s Military History</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">When
is the last time you asked family members about their connection to the U.S.
military? Their answers might surprise you! Spend a few moments this weekend
talking to relatives about family members that have served in the military. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">6.
Watch the National Memorial Day Parade</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">While
this annual tradition will be closed in-person to the public, it will be filmed
and aired on television for families all across the nation to enjoy on major
broadcast networks, including ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox. Check your TV listings to
find the airtime of the program near you.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">7.
Virtually Visit a War Memorial in D.C.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">In
2019, the USO headed out throughout the capital region and captured 360-degree
videos of several D.C.-area war memorials, including the World War II Memorial
and the Vietnam Memorial. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">8.
Try a CrossFit Hero Workout from the Comfort of your Home</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Often
referred to as a WOD (Workout of the Day) in the CrossFit community, these Hero
WODs are designed to commemorate a fallen war hero and can be a healthy way to
remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">One
of the popular hero workouts to tackle on Memorial Day weekend is the “Murph,”
named in honor of Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Michael Murphy, who died in the
line of duty in 2005 alongside two fellow Navy SEALs. To complete the workout,
participants must run 1 mile; do 100 pull ups, 200 pushups and 300 squats; and
run another mile – all while wearing a weighted vest or body armor.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">9.
Learn about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Arguably
Arlington National Cemetery’s most iconic memorial, the white stone sarcophagus
is guarded 365 days a year, 24 hours a day and honors the unidentified soldiers
who have given the ultimate sacrifice.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">10. Watch a Movie About the U.S. Military</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">There
are dozens, if not hundreds, of movies about life in the U.S. military. From
movies about World War II to memoirs of Vietnam, spend some time on Memorial
Day weekend watching a film that pays tribute to the service men and women who
have sacrificed for the nation. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">“Remember Freedom has a Price. Remember Freedom is not free.
Remember those who served. All gave some, Some gave all.”</span></i><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"> Anonymous</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">RESOURCES</span></b></a><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">To learn more about American Printing House,
visit,</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">To learn more about Bold Blind Beauty, visit,</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Do you know a blind or visually impaired wounded
warrior or veteran?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Operation Freedom Bell, Changing What It Means To Be
Blind</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Operation Freedom Bell provides rehabilitation
services in an NFB training center. The rehabilitation training is a six-to-nine-month
residential program. Blind or visually
impaired wounded warriors participate in intensive one-on-one and group
training to learn blindness skills needed for independence. For more
information, please visit:<b></b></span></p>
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your personal experience with your community service project and submit the
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">President Jeanetta Price</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">ONE
MINUTE MESSAGE</span></b></a><b><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The National Federation of the Blind knows that
blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day
we raise the expectations of blind people because low expectations create
obstacles between blind people and our dreams. We are survivors!</span></p>
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