[CT-NFB] Revised courtesy rules of blindness

[Mary Silverberg]

Thank you, Noreen.    Mary

On Mon, Jul 5, 2021 at 1:07 PM Elizabeth Rival via CT-NFB <ct-nfb at nfbnet.org>
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> Hi, Noreen, thanks Beth
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> *Subject:* Re: [CT-NFB] Revised courtesy rules of blindness
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> Hi Deb,
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> That's a very good resource. I reformatted your Courtesy Rules of
> Blindness on to one page (16 pt. font, Ariel) and added National Federation
> of the Blind at the end. I am attaching it to this email in case people
> want to, or find it helpful to, hav  a one-page print out  to hand out at
> outreach events. (see attached).
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> Sincerely,
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> Noreen
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Deb Reed via CT-NFB <ct-nfb at nfbnet.org>
> To: ct-nfb at nfbnet.org <ct-nfb at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Deb Reed <deb.reed57 at gmail.com>
> Sent: Sun, Jul 4, 2021 2:57 pm
> Subject: [CT-NFB] Revised courtesy rules of blindness
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> Hoping everyone is having an enjoyable weekend. I was encouraged to see
> that my submission of the courtesy rules of blindness was published in a
> monthly publication at our church. Someone came  up to me after mass and
> told me how much they enjoyed it. I would encourage any of you who belong
> to a place of warship or are involved with any group that might be willing
> to publish these rules, to pass them along. The more the public knows, the
> better for all of us. Here they are:
>  Courtesy Rules of Blindness
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> I am a blind person. Please say hello and get to know me! I want people to
> feel comfortable around me. Here are some simple tips.
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> Cane – My cane (or guide dog) is my independent travel aid. If you think
> I might need help, please just ask me.
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> Ordinary – Blind people are ordinary. It feels awkward if you think I am
> amazing when I accomplish ordinary tasks like walking or tying my shoes. I
> also like ordinary things and have ordinary hobbies. It is okay to be
> amazed if I do something really exceptional.
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> Understand – I may not recognize your voice if I don’t know you well.
> Please say, “Hi, it is Sue.”
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> Remember – I may have some sight, but use nonvisual techniques and tools
> like a cane because it works best for me. Sometimes people think I am
> “faking” because I see a little, but I am just picking techniques that are
> most efficient and safe in light of my vision.
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> Talk – Please talk to me rather than a companion, and there is no need to
> speak up so just use your normal speaking voice and talk with me like you
> would with other people.
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> Experience – I probably have years of experience using nonvisual
> techniques to live my life. Feel free to ask me how I do something, or how
> best you can assist me, if help is needed.
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> See – It’s ok to still use words such as see and look. I will talk with
> you like everyone else, although I may not be able to make direct eye
> contact.
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> Yield – In all 50 states, the law requires drivers to yield the right of
> way when they see my extended white cane or guide dog. Only the blind may
> legally carry white canes. I listen to traffic patterns to know when to
> cross streets and to keep a straight line when moving around.
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> Thanks for reading about me. I look forward to getting to know you! For
> more information about the courtesy rules of blindness, gifts, bequests,
> programs for the blind, or other matters concerning blindness or the blind,
> contact the local chapter in your area or contact nfb at nfb.org or
> 410-659-9314.
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> Deborah J. Reed
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> Central Chapter President
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> NFB of CT
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> Deb.reed57 at gmail.com
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> 860-378-5370
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> “Live the life you want, blindness is not what holds you back.” National
> Federation Of The Blind
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