[nagdu] independence

[rhonda cruz]

 like i am still independent.
again.
 i'm doing all right,
 but i want the feel of my freedom,
 to go places.
 again.

ok before i lost my sight.
 i was able to go any ware with from the help of mya.
 now, i'm still  able to go but i use parent transit.
 to get places.
 in the town i live,
 it's vary small,
 i honestly miss my sight.
 it's really hard for me to feel
On Apr 28, 2012, at 11:11 AM, The Pawpower Pack wrote:

> Cheryl,
> 
> The issue here is that not everyone can use a cane.  For some of us, we cannot leave the house without either a dog or a person.  This is not me not being independent, it is me being Deaf, Blind, and unable to walk without assistance from something-- be it dog, person, or walker.  It is physically impossible for me to just grab my cane and leave the house.  If I didn't get killed crossing a road by myself, I'd probably fall down and break something.  I am not alone in my limitations and abilities.  There are others, for reasons other than mine, who cannot leave their home alone.  Maybe they have a mental illness and have a dog to help with that.  Maybe they're in a wheelchair and need assistance with other tasks.
> 
> To make broad statements about people's independence isn't helpful.
> 
> It may be important for you, yourself to have good cane skills.  I know it is important for many people.
> But understand that this is your life, your skills and your choice and that not everyone can or will make the same choices you do, and this does not mae them less independent.
> 
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> 
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