[Nfbk] Nfbk Digest, Vol 23, Issue 18
Nickie Pearl
njp at insightbb.com
Thu Aug 25 23:23:55 UTC 2011
Laura, What kind of help do you need? I could possibly point you in the
right direction.
Nickie
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From: Laura Cornwell
Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 7:13 PM
To: nfbk at nfbnet.org
Subject: Re: [Nfbk] Nfbk Digest, Vol 23, Issue 18
O K i am needing to know about how to get at help hear in pudcah frome
some one in the nfb
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> From: Michael Freholm <mfreholm at unbridledaccess.com>
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> Thanks, Cathy. Can't wait to see everyone there!
> Michael
>
> On 8/23/2011 9:04 PM, Cathy wrote:
>> Good Afternoon Gang,
>>
>> The convention is drawing near. I have attached the pre-registration form
>> and other pertinent information regarding the convention and agenda. I am
>> in
>> the process of putting the completed agenda together and will post it
>> around
>> the first of September.
>>
>> Cathy
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> Great job Denise and Cardinal staff! You guys always do such a great job
> putting the Cardinal together. Thank you for all your hard work and time.
>
> Nickie
>
> From: Denise Franklin
> Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 9:59 AM
> To: NFBK list ; kentuckycardinal at yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [Nfbk] the Kentucky Cardinal
>
> The Kentucky Cardinal
>
>
>
>
>
> SUMMER 2011
>
>
>
> A publication of the National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky
>
>
>
> Cathy Jackson, President
>
> 210 Cambridge Drive
>
> Louisville, Kentucky 40214
>
> Phone: (502) 366-2317
>
>
>
>
>
> Edited by: Denise Franklin
>
> 3639 Hurstbourne Ridge Boulevard
>
> Louisville, Kentucky 40299
>
> Phone: (502) 499-0759
>
> e-mail: kyfranks at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> Editorial staff:
>
> Lora Felty, e-mail: lorafelty at windstream.net
>
>
>
>
>
> Dennis Franklin, Formatting Specialist
>
>
>
>
>
> We invite and encourage your participation in this newsletter.
> Articles may be edited for length, and the editors reserve the right to
> judge suitability for this publication. Material must take the form of an
> attachment to an e-mail and may be submitted to any of the editors.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> THE PRESIDENT?S CORNER
>
>
>
> A Crash Course in NFB Philosophy
>
> by Cathy Jackson, President
>
> National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky
>
>
>
> When I submit articles for our Kentucky Cardinal I want them to be
> educational, informative, thought provoking and even a bit humorous. This
> piece is no exception.
>
>
>
> Not long ago, I had the opportunity to listen to a message that was
> left on the National Federation of the Blind of Greater Louisville?s
> ?Talking Bulletin Board.? The person who left the message is not blind,
> and
> is not a member of our organization. She is, however, a disabled person.
> She is a friend of one of our members, Scott Spaulding, so I suppose she
> thinks this makes her an authority on blindness. Scott has tried many
> times
> to share with her our beliefs to no avail. So, this time he took a
> different approach, advising her to leave a message stating her concerns
> on
> the bulletin board. She expressed some very disturbing ideas that are
> contrary to the fundamental teachings of this organization. We are always
> in education mode, so I decided I would once again use this venue to do
> just
> that.
>
>
>
> I should tell you that I asked Nickie Pearl, President of the NFBGL
> if
> I could contact this individual to discuss her viewpoint. I love a
> challenge and Nickie was obviously too angry for words. The conversation
> with this lady was interesting. I must say it would provide good fodder
> for
> one of Dr. Maurer?s banquet addresses.
>
>
>
> Perhaps one of the first outrageous statements she made was that
> blind
> people should wear medic alert bracelets. Medic alert bracelets are a
> must
> for those who are allergic or have other medical conditions that could be
> fatal if not treated properly. When I confronted her as to why she
> thought
> blind people should wear these bracelets she was adamant about her belief.
> She said, (and I am paraphrasing) A blind person might get up and run into
> a
> wall, or they won?t know what is available to them. Hah! The blind people
> I
> know aren?t going to get up out of bed or off the stretcher and run into a
> wall even if by some chance we don?t have our cane with us. I am not sure
> how being blind would make us less aware of what is available; I guess she
> meant our surroundings in general. She was quite vocal and not well
> spoken.
>
>
>
>
> There was a flurry of conversation on our listserv regarding this
> issue. We all agreed that we should not wear a medic alert bracelet just
> because we are blind. Blindness in and of itself is not a
> life-threatening
> condition, or one that requires special attention. There was mention of
> instances when hospital staff was not aware that a patient was blind. As
> a
> result, the dinner tray was left sitting on the bedside table while the
> patient slept. On another occasion, papers to be signed were being waved
> in
> someone?s face. This is where better sensitivity training is needed--not
> a
> bracelet.
>
>
>
> She also said that her friend doesn?t look blind and often doesn?t
> know that people are talking directly to him. I guess she thinks a medic
> alert bracelet would solve this problem. The general public isn?t going
> to
> start checking wrists to see who is wearing a ?blind bracelet.?
>
>
>
> She was definitely upset about many things, which I intend to
> challenge. The situations I am going to relay are ones I am most familiar
> with because I am directly involved as a member of the NFBGL. It doesn?t
> in
> any way diminish the outreach, community involvement and education that is
> going on in all of our chapters and divisions here in the NFB of Kentucky.
> We were also chastised for not ?telling our members where they could find
> all of the free stuff.? Now, at some time in our lives most of us have
> struggled. We have taken advantage of government programs and the
> generosity of our church community. If asked I would certainly help guide
> any blind person to the necessary resources. However, I refuse to
> encourage
> people, blind or not, to constantly take without any thought of becoming
> self-sufficient. The lady in question has admitted to several of us that
> this is a way of life for her and she sees absolutely nothing wrong with
> it.
> This is NOT what we promote for the blind. Again, I point to our ?CAN
> DO?
> attitude. Proper training and tools and an opportunity to be productive
> are
> what we really need.
>
>
>
> The NFBGL is working with a church that supports an orphanage for
> blind children in Kenya. We have gathered clothes, games, playing cards,
> eyeglasses, toiletries, candy and cash. The American Printing House for
> the
> Blind is sending Braille paper and writing supplies. Our critic thinks we
> should be doing more here at home. I suppose this goes back to her
> attitude
> that there isn?t enough ?free stuff.? What she doesn?t know is that the
> Louisville Chapter has, over the last five or six years, helped several
> families at Thanksgiving and Christmas. If there is a need throughout the
> year I can guarantee this chapter will be the first to offer assistance.
>
>
>
> She claims that parents of blind children don?t know where to go for
> help. Once again she isn?t well informed. NFBGL has sent out mass
> mailings
> to ophthalmologists, pediatric ophthalmologists, pediatricians and
> hospitals
> with NFB literature and contact information. We have included information
> about Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) and the Kentucky School
> for the Blind (KSB). As hard as we try, there are always going to be
> those
> who fall through the cracks. But to imply we are not doing anything is
> ridiculous. Can we do more? absolutely, and we will.
>
>
>
> In general, she doesn?t think we are doing enough networking. She
> says that students at the McDowell Center don?t know about us. I stated
> that there was a simple explanation for this as well. We are no longer
> allowed to visit the center to talk with students, nor can we leave our
> literature. We are working to remedy this matter in our own way. But in
> the meantime, I know Scott will pick up the pace and pass along needed
> information such as, local chapters, divisions, NEWSLINE, scholarships and
> so on.
>
>
>
> She wanted to know why we aren?t more visible in the community at
> health fairs. The local board has to assess each activity to determine
> which will best suit the efforts of the chapter. There have been times
> when
> there are scheduling conflicts, or the setting just didn?t fit our cause.
> Again, she is totally oblivious to what we have done, and what is being
> planned. Each year here in Louisville October is celebrated as ?Meet the
> Blind Month.? When I say month, I really do mean month. There are no
> less
> than three activities planned starting with our family friendly Saturday
> at
> the public library. We had a booth at Slugger Field during one of the
> River
> Bats home games. We have supported and participated in activities
> sponsored
> by VIPS. This year is no exception. We are scheduled to walk and run in
> their annual VIPS Stampede. The NFBGL Board has added another activity to
> this year?s list of community events. We are going to participate in the
> Mayor?s Hike and Bike outing that promotes exercise and a healthy
> lifestyle.
> Not only will we have a booth, we will actually walk and ride with
> everyone
> else.
>
>
>
> This lady is no stranger to most of us. We have had dealings with
> her
> over the years. For example, the first year the Affiliate sponsored a
> booth
> at the Kentucky State Fair, she continually dropped by our booth telling
> us
> we were in the wrong place, we should be in the section with all of the
> health care organizations. No one could seem to make her understand we
> were
> quite content with our location, and besides, we are not a health care
> organization. She was clearly annoyed that we didn?t take her advice.
>
>
>
> She shows up about once a year to an NFBGL social event. It is hard
> to describe the persona she exudes. On one hand I can sense that she
> would
> love to take over, believing she could do a better job. But in reality
> she
> isn?t strong enough to challenge the leaders of the chapter face to face.
> She is one of those people who much prefers attacking one person at a
> time.
>
>
>
>
> I have had a few days to sit back and ponder her message and how it
> was delivered, and our subsequent conversation. I have concluded she
> abides
> by a different set of standards. She lumps all disabled people together.
> What works for those with epilepsy, or people in wheelchairs, or those of
> us
> who are blind will work for all of us. Her way of educating is by
> bullying.
> If she can talk loudly enough and long enough she believes she has won.
> NFB is well organized. We have structure from the leadership at the top
> in
> our National Organization all the way down to our grassroots membership.
> Our legislative machine is well oiled. We present ourselves
> professionally,
> taking our proposals, fact sheets and solutions. We have been about the
> business of advocacy for seventy-one years now and the other disability
> groups are beginning to recognize just how powerful we are.
>
>
>
> If any of you reading this article believes that you are not
> equipped
> to discuss NFB philosophy or our issues, for whatever reason, please do
> not
> hesitate to give my name and contact information, or the names and contact
> information of our NFBK Board of Directors, and or the leaders in your
> local
> chapter. Stand up for what you know to be the truth. Do not let anyone
> back you into a corner, or strip you of your dignity as a blind person.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> KENTUCKY ROUND-UP
>
> By Denise Franklin
>
>
>
> (Editor?s Note: A big THANK-YOU to those chapters and divisions who
> felt that our Newsletter is important enough to deserve a few thoughts
> concerning their group. I continue to dream of an issue which will
> include
> a sentence or two from every chapter and division. Let?s begin with
> Nickie
> Pearl and see what she has to tell us about the NFBGL).
>
>
>
>
>
> Hello from Louisville!
>
> Just as in other areas, it?s been a hot summer here in Louisville,
> but
> despite the heat, we?ve had some great activities and good turnouts.
>
>
>
> Our April Luncheon was an exciting day. Our special guest, Mr. Ron
> Gardner, was not only amazed at our group and the attendance that day, he
> was in awe over the torrential rains we received during his stay here in
> Louisville. ?I?m from desert territory, this is just unreal!? he said.
>
>
>
> A slightly new board was elected, two words for you?Girl Power! Our
> 2011-2012 board is: Nickie Pearl, President; Tonia Gatton, Vice President;
> Maria Jones, Treasurer; Denise Franklin, Secretary; Sarah Williams and
> LaTrease Keaton, Board members.
>
>
>
> This next piece of info will not be a surprise to some of you. The
> winner of our Great Convention Giveaway is a person who seems to win
> something every time he participates in a GL contest. Mr. Kenny Jones
> will
> receive an all-expense paid trip to our 2011 NFBK State Convention.
>
>
>
> This summer?s activities have been informative, educational and out
> of
> the box. Back in May we held a gardening project. We provided our
> members
> with a flower pot, potting soil, and a flower?petunias, to be exact.
> Everyone was instructed on how to plant their flower, water their flower
> and
> care for their flower at home. I brought samples of other flowers and
> plants so members could inspect different textures, shapes and smells.
> I?d
> like to mention that a local business, Paul?s Fruit Market donated the
> potting soil for our project.
>
>
>
> In June it was a laid back atmosphere when we had pizza and bingo.
> In
> July Sarah and LaTrease put together a great hands-on activity. We
> prepared
> a delicious fruit salad. Members chose their fruit and had to cut, slice
> or
> dice his/her fruit. After all the fruit was prepared, it was combined and
> we all ate the fruit of our labors! Sarah and LaTrease also brought some
> neat kitchen gadgets to share with the group. This month we have an art
> activity planned. We?re going to explore our creativity and sculpt with
> homemade clay.
>
>
>
> Many of our members made it to Orlando for the 2011 NFB National
> Convention. Two were first timers, Sarah Williams and Margeaux Grey. It
> was a busy week, but everyone seemed to have a great time.
>
>
>
> I?d like to mention that we?ve moved again! We are now holding our
> meetings back at the Kentucky School for the Blind. We are also trying
> something new. To meet the needs of all members and supporters our
> meeting
> days may change month to month. Meeting and activities will be held
> either
> on Friday or Saturday. We will stick with the third Friday or Saturday of
> the month. This was another ?out of the box? idea we had in order to
> accommodate members and their hectic lives.
>
>
>
> Our chapter will be chartering a bus to state convention. We will
> be
> loading in the American Printing House parking lot, 1839 Frankfort Ave.,
> on
> Friday September 30th at 2pm with departure scheduled at 2:30pm. We will
> return on Sunday, October 2nd. The bus will arrive at the Capital Plaza
> hotel on Sunday at noon and will leave at 12:30pm and will return to the
> APH
> parking lot. The cost for a round trip is $10 for adults and $5 for kids
> 12
> and under. You can reserve your spot on the bus by sending a check or
> money
> order made payable to NFBGL, to Maria Jones, 5108 Bannon Crossings Dr.
> Louisville, Ky 40218. Payment must be received no later than Friday
> September 16th. Please get your payment in ASAP, space is limited.
>
>
>
> Stay tuned to our ?Talking Bulletin Board? (502) 495-7130 for all
> our
> Greater Louisville activities. We have some exciting activities and
> events
> planned for the remainder of the year and we?d love for you to join us.
>
>
>
>
>
> Lora Felty sent the following report from Ashland:
>
> Members of the NFB of Ashland are looking forward to their annual
> picnic that is planned for Saturday, August 27 at Armco Park in Ashland.
> This is the fourth year for this event. Members of the local Ohio and
> West
> Virginia chapters are also invited to attend. We are in hopes of a
> beautiful day for a picnic.
>
>
>
> The NFB of Ashland is also selling Rada Cutlery. You can help us
> out
> by going on-line and placing an order. These knives and other kitchen
> utensils are of very good quality, made in the U.S.A. and are very
> reasonably priced. The website is www.helpourfundraiser.com. The
> internet
> ordering number to log in is 502975 and the password is nfb1. If you use
> our login and password, the NFB of Ashland will get credit for your
> internet
> order. We will have Rada paring knives on hand at the State Convention to
> sell. Please help support our fundraising efforts.
>
>
>
>
>
> Brenda Kimbro sent us the following report from Murray:
>
>
>
> The Murray Chapter has had a very busy spring/summer. The chapter
> had
> an auction and yard sale to raise funds for the National Convention. The
> following six members attended the convention in Orlando, Florida: Danny
> and
> Anetta Perry, Barbara Monts, Jackie and Brenda Kimbro, and Ashley Dixon.
>
>
>
> The chapter held its annual picnic in June. Food and fellowship
> were
> enjoyed by the members and their families along with friends.
>
>
>
> The group will be participating in a mini carnival that is being
> hosted by an organization called Tymeless Hearts that raises funds for
> youth
> with heart defects.
>
>
>
> Six of the members attended the ADA Rally on July 25, 2011, that was
> held in Frankfort at the Capitol Rotunda.
>
>
>
> The chapter is now gearing up for the State Convention. Eight
> members
> are planning to attend.
>
>
>
> Even though the chapter has spent a great deal of time participating
> in various local activities, the members gain a sense of satisfaction and
> consider each involvement a learning experience for all.
>
>
>
> That's it from our corner of Murray, Kentucky.
>
>
>
>
> KENTUCKY NFB-NEWSLINE? UPDATE
>
> By Pamela Roark-Glisson
>
>
>
> Have you read a newspaper or your favorite magazine today? The
> answer
> is an emphatic YES for everyone who has subscribed to KY NFB-NEWSLINE?,
> thanks to the support of the Kentucky Office for the Blind, the National
> Federation of the Blind and Independence Place, Inc. This innovative
> cutting edge reading service is developing with the addition of new
> features
> and publications on a consistent basis.
>
>
>
> New features which have been developed in the past few months and
> collaboration include a new revolutionary feature which has been added to
> NFB-NEWSLINE?, the free audible information service for the blind and
> others
> who cannot read print due to a physical or learning disability. With this
> groundbreaking job-listings feature, blind and print-disabled
> people will be able to easily and independently search for job
> openings that match their education, skills and interests. With the
> addition of content from a national job classifieds provider,
> NFB-NEWSLINE?
> subscribers can conduct searches for job openings in dozens of categories
> such as banking and education, and if desired, can narrow the search to
> look
> for certain keywords within the listings. Subscribers can save their
> searches and request that a particular job listing is sent to them via
> e-mail; the e-mail will contain the listing as well as a link that will
> provide a web page with the position's application form.
>
>
>
> For over fifteen years NFB-NEWSLINE? has played a vital role in the
> daily lives of tens of thousands of blind and physically disabled
> Kentuckians. Now, with the addition of the innovative job-listings
> feature,
> NFB-NEWSLINE? subscribers can gain more than ever from this valuable
> service. By making the process of searching and applying for jobs easier,
> NFB-NEWSLINE? is increasing the independence of those blind and
> print-disabled individuals who are looking for employment.
>
>
> NFB-NEWSLINE? allows those who cannot read conventional newsprint
> due
> to a visual or physical disability to access publications as well as
> television and job listings over the telephone, on the web, or by download
> to digital talking book players or MP3-playing devices. Podable downloads
> can be listened to from the desktop computer, or NFB-NEWSLINE in Your
> Pocket
> can be carried with you anywhere you go, especially to those frustrating
> areas with no cell phone signal or wireless connection.
>
>
>
> Another new item is the London telegraph - British newspaper Found
> in
> the Newsline International section ? press the #9 3 times. The National
> Newsline Team management is seeking ideas of other countries subscribers
> would like to read about through the International community newspapers.
> Manage your favorites in e-mail delivery by going to the
> nfbnewslineonline.org web site. Pressing the pound 9 delivers an article
> on
> the Local Channel to your e-mail box just as it does a newspaper or
> magazine
> article from the general selections.
>
>
> For the avid shopper, the Target circulars are now available on the
> KY
> NFB-NEWSLINE?! Simply key in your 5-digit Zip Code from the prompt found
> on
> the Main Menu Option #6 and begin thumbing through the listings of
> hundreds
> of products distributed through the Target store nearest you. Of course,
> TV
> listings with 2 weeks of programming guidance for one?s specific home TV
> signal provider remains a favorite choice for the KY NFB-NEWSLINE?
> subscriber.
>
>
> The advancement of the KY NFB-NEWSLINE? simply continues to provide
> more printed information to the eligible subscriber than ever before in
> history! If you have ideas, International newspaper desires, feedback on
> the current materials or other comments please contact Pamela
> Roark-Glisson,
> NFB-NEWSLINE State Coordinator, at (859) 266-2807 or Toll Free at (877)
> 266-2807. Ms. Glisson can also be contacted by e-mail at
> pglisson at independenceplaceky.org or through www.nfbnewslineonline.org.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> SOUND OFF
>
>
>
>
>
> Family in Transition!
>
> By Nickie Pearl
>
>
>
> (Editor?s note: Nickie Pearl, president of the NFB of Greater
> Louisville shares her thoughts about her family and the changes in each of
> their lives. Here is what she has to say).
>
>
>
> Our family is going through a huge transition. My first born, Hana,
> is 13, almost 14 years old and is a freshman in high School. Haley, who
> is
> 11 years old, will be starting her middle school career this year. Back
> in
> the winter when both girls had to apply to the schools they wanted to
> attend, we had high hopes and confidence that they?d both be successful.
> Unfortunately, neither girl got accepted to the school of her choice.
> Obviously, they were both upset and devastated. Our ?home school? for
> Hana
> would be Iroquois High School. (Some of you may have heard of this school
> since it appears on the top 10 worst schools list in Kentucky). Needless
> to
> say, Hana will not be attending Iroquois! My daughter is a bright,
> outgoing
> and talented girl who deserves a better education. Hana is attending
> Presentation Academy, a Catholic all-girls high school. At first she was
> not at all looking forward to Presentation for several reasons. I was
> truly
> worried and nervous about this path. Hana decided to play field hockey
> for
> Presentation, even though she had never played this sport before. She did
> participate in lacrosse in middle school where she became an outstanding
> player. After starting field hockey her attitude toward the situation
> started to change. By the time the first day of freshman orientation was
> over she was excited and actually wanted to skip a trip to the mall to
> attend the second day of orientation. Now as a mom and former teenager,
> to
> me that was a huge positive step in the right direction. For a teenager
> to
> want to go to school instead of the mall, especially after her extreme
> reluctance to attend this school anyway?this was a good thing!
>
>
>
> Hana is on her third day of school and so far so good. She is
> learning the high school ropes and is, of course, making tons of new
> friends. Her major goal at Presentation is to start a lacrosse team. If
> anyone can do this, it would be Hana.
>
>
>
> Haley will be going into the 6th grade at Olmsted Academy South.
> This
> is the former Iroquois Middle and is the first and only public all-girls
> middle school in the state. Hana attended this middle school and really
> blossomed here. I was satisfied with the education at Olmsted and was
> content with Haley attending. Just as Hana, Haley was not looking forward
> to school starting until orientation day. There Haley got to meet some
> teachers, walk around the school, meet new classmates and reconnect with
> former classmates. When I picked Haley up and saw the smile on her face I
> had high hopes. I asked how she liked it and I got ?I really like it and
> can?t wait for school to start.? Once again I was totally relieved.
>
>
>
> As you know, I am an only child, so I don?t get sibling rivalry or
> the
> bond. I do get how totally different siblings can be. Hana and Haley are
> so different; I have a jock and a princess. Hana is an outgoing social
> butterfly who will try anything. She has tried various sports and takes
> to
> athletics very easily. Haley, on the other hand, is shy and reserved and
> doesn?t like change. She?s never tried a sport but has been dancing for
> about six years and is teaching herself how to play the piano. Haley may
> step out of that comfort zone and try soccer at Olmsted.
>
>
>
> As he has two beautiful young ladies as his step-daughters, Kevin is
> preparing for protective dad mode. He?s been taking lessons at the gun
> range?I?m just joking! As our apron strings get longer to accommodate for
> football games, mixers, sleepovers and eventually boyfriends, we can only
> hope and pray we?ve instilled the proper morals and values in our girls.
> Kevin and I know it?s going to be nerve racking and emotional for those
> apron strings to fray, but such is life.
>
>
>
> I am extremely proud of both my girls. They are smart, beautiful,
> funny, talented and all around good young ladies. I promise to always
> give
> them what I can, teach them what I know and show them how to be
> independent,
> responsible adults. I?m looking forward to our family?s future; I?m sure
> it?s going to be exciting and at times challenging, but that?s a family in
> transition!
>
>
>
>
>
> Youth Slam Experience
>
> by Danielle Burton
>
>
>
> (Editor?s note: Danielle Burton is a junior at Elliot County High
> School. She is one of the top students in her class. Danielle has
> participated in NFB?s Braille Readers Are Leaders contest, where she has
> been recognized as one of the top readers in her age group. Below is what
> Danielle has to say about her experience at the 2011 Youth Slam).
>
>
>
> This past summer I had the opportunity to attend the 2011 NFB Youth
> Slam. It took place in Baltimore, Maryland at Towson University. The
> campus was about eight miles outside of Baltimore.
>
>
>
> I was in the Computer Science Track. We learned about Javascript
> and
> how to write codes for different programs. It was my first experience
> using
> a Macintosh computer.
>
>
>
> One of my favorite things at Youth Slam was the Shark Dissection.
> It
> was the first time that I've done a dissection. I loved being able to
> explore the anatomy of a Dogfish Shark with my pod members and mentor.
>
>
>
> The most exciting thing was being able to ride in the Blind Driver
> car
> on the last day of Youth Slam. I always wanted to just see the car. I
> never dreamed that I would ever have the opportunity to ride in it with
> Mark
> Riccobono. It's so cool how sensors work in the car.
>
>
>
> I plan on applying for the 2013 Youth Slam again. I might even go
> back as a mentor in 2015 if I can. I'd encourage any blind or low vision
> high school student to apply in 2013. It's an experience that will
> definitely stay with you for the rest of your life. I feel more
> independent
> and confident after my week at Youth Slam.
>
>
>
> 2011 NFBK STATE CONVENTION
>
> By Cathy Jackson, President
>
> National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky
>
>
>
> I am looking forward to our 64th annual State Convention of the
> National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky, how about you? We will
> convene the weekend of September 30, October 1 & 2, 2011 at the Capital
> Plaza Hotel, 405 Wilkinson Blvd., Frankfort, KY 40601.
>
>
>
> Room rates are $79.00 per night, per room, plus tax. When making
> your
> reservation be sure to tell the operator that you are with the NFB of
> Kentucky to take advantage of our rate. Reservations must be made no
> later
> than Friday, September 9th. After this date our block of rooms will be
> released and I cannot guarantee you a room. You should call the hotel at
> (502) 227-5100.
>
>
>
> Pre-registration is a way of life around here. This system has
> proven
> to work well for everyone, and it is especially convenient for our
> treasurer, Mike Freholm. The costs are as follows: registration $10,
> luncheon and open board meeting $10, and banquet $20. Make checks and
> money
> orders payable to NFB of Kentucky and mail to, Mike Freholm, 2012 Harris
> Way, Russell, KY 41169. Be sure to include names of all persons for whom
> you are registering and purchasing meal tickets. Mike must have your form
> and payment by Monday, September 19th. Those who miss this deadline will
> pay $5 extra for registration and each meal ticket. A pre-registration
> form
> appears at the end of this article.
>
>
>
> A registration table will be open on Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and
> again on Saturday morning from 8:00 until 8:45 AM. Those who have
> pre-registered will need to stop by to pick up your packet. Those who
> have
> not registered should do so during these scheduled times.
>
>
>
> Tonia Gatton is in charge of planning exhibits for Friday afternoon
> and Evening. You will want to make time in your schedule to browse around
> the booths to see the latest equipment and visual aids available to the
> blind.
>
>
>
> The NFB of Frankfort is hosting the Friday evening social. The
> members are in the process of finalizing these plans. But I can tell you
> that between 9:00 and Midnight we will have a good time.
>
>
>
> We need to plan for childcare. If you intend to bring your
> child(ren)
> please contact Sandra Williams at (502) 807-7875, or complete the
> information provided on the pre-registration form. A project of this
> magnitude takes a great deal of time and planning. We must provide an
> environment that is well managed and safe for our kids. However, if we do
> not hear from you by Friday, September 23, we will assume that you do not
> need our services. We will make arrangements based on the number of
> children who have been confirmed.
>
>
>
> The 2011 NFBK convention will call to order promptly at 9:00 AM,
> Saturday, October 1st. Our morning session will include persons involved
> in
> the field of education and rehabilitation for the blind, accessible
> voting,
> and information about a successful eBay business. We will also feature
> our
> Blinded Veterans who have sacrificed so much for us.
>
>
>
> Our afternoon session will begin at 2:00 PM with a report from our
> National Representative, Amy Buresh. The rest of our afternoon will be
> devoted to legislation, resolutions, election of officers and any business
> that needs to be addressed.
>
>
>
> Pamela Glisson is Chair of our Resolutions Committee. If you have a
> resolution you should contact her at pglisson at independenceplaceky.org or
> by
> phone at (859) 335-9282. Pamela is very astute regarding these matters.
>
>
>
> George Stokes will chair the awards committee. Contact George at
> kd4ckt at bellsouth.net or phone him at (502) 875-3111.
>
>
>
> Please do not forget door prizes. Bring items for both men and
> women.
> If you aren?t sure what is appropriate let your wallet be your guide.
>
>
>
> For the sixth year now we are sponsoring the reverse raffle. This
> is
> such an important fundraiser because the profits go directly toward paying
> convention expenses. The cost of a raffle ticket is $10 and you just
> might
> be the lucky winner of $500 first prize, or $250 second prize. It gets
> better! The first name drawn will receive $25. Then, from here on the
> 25th, 50th, 75th, 100th name drawn - and so on, will receive $25. You
> have
> several opportunities to recoup your initial investment plus a few extra
> dollars. Tickets will be sold until we begin drawing names at the Friday
> night social. Once the drawing begins we cannot sell any more tickets.
> We
> continue drawing throughout the convention concluding at the banquet.
>
>
>
> We have added another fundraiser. At a State Board meeting earlier
> this year it was decided that we would sell NFB key chains. They are
> round,
> silver in color with Whozit on one side and NFB on the reverse side. They
> are well made and make wonderful gifts. We sold close to 200 at the
> National Convention this past summer.
>
>
>
> Speaking of the banquet, it is more than just a meal. We come
> together to enjoy ourselves with family and friends. We emphasize all
> that
> is good and wholesome about the National Federation of the Blind of
> Kentucky. We will also have the opportunity to hear a banquet address
> given
> by our National Representative, Amy Buresh. Take my word, you need to be
> there.
>
>
>
> If you have any questions about the convention, or any of the
> activities please give me a call at (502) 366-2317 or email me at
> cathyj at iglou.com. I look forward to seeing you.
> Pre-Registration Application
>
> NFB of Kentucky State Convention
>
> September 30, October 1 & 2 2011
>
>
>
> This application should be completed and returned to Mike Freholm,
> 2012 Harris Way, Russell, KY 41169 no later than Monday, September 18th,
> 2011. Make your check or money order payable to NFB of Kentucky.
>
>
>
> REGISTRATION ($10.00) TOTAL
>
>
>
> Number: $
>
> Name(s):
>
>
>
> Address:
>
>
>
> City:
>
> State, Zip:
>
>
>
> Phone:
>
>
>
> LUNCHEON ($10.00) Number: $
>
>
>
> BANQUET ($20.00) Number: $
>
>
>
> CHILDCARE
>
> Child(s) Name:
>
>
>
>
>
> Parent?s Name:
>
>
>
> RAFFLE TICKETS ($10.00) Number Sold: $
>
>
>
> DONATION $
>
>
>
> TOTAL ENCLOSED $
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> HAVE YOU HEARD?
>
> By Lora Felty
>
>
>
> The year 2011 has been a busy one for Tonia Gatton and her husband,
> Greg. In February, after Tonia attended the pilot eBay training class at
> the Jernigan Institute, she and Greg started their own eBay business. In
> addition to selling their own items, they are able to sell stuff for other
> people. Soon Tonia will be a certified eBay trainer and able to train
> others to sell on eBay. If you want more information, you can email Tonia
> at tonton at insightbb.com. Tonia says, ?Check out my eBay page for great
> deals on clothes, jewelry, collectibles, antiques, assistive technology
> and
> much more. http://myworld.ebay.com/gattonia/?
>
>
>
> In April, Tonia began working in a new position at the Office for
> the
> Blind as an Assistive Technology Specialist at the McDowell Center. Now
> it?s to be expected that a new job might require some new training and
> Tonia
> found this to be true. Her AT training took her north ? way north. She
> spent a week in Anchorage, Alaska where her days were filled with hours of
> intensive instruction. We wish her all of the best in her new job, as
> well
> as, all of the best to both of the Gattons in their new business venture.
>
>
>
>
>
> The NFB of Murray reports that member, Nona Basil, who currently
> works
> as an outreach consultant for the Kentucky School for the Blind, was
> recently married. Congratulations to Nona. Also, we wish Nona all of the
> best, as she retires this coming January. Nona will be sorely missed in
> the
> VI field, but we hope that she won?t be a stranger to us in the NFB of
> Kentucky.
>
>
>
>
>
> This information comes to us from Deja M. Powell, Programs Manager,
> Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness at Louisiana
> Tech University:
>
> We are thrilled to announce that we will be offering the National
> Certification in Literary Braille (NCLB) test in Louisville, Kentucky on
> Tuesday, December 6, 2011. Stand out among teachers of the blind and
> visually impaired! Don?t miss this opportunity to hold this important,
> nationally recognized, certification of literary Braille proficiency. For
> more information and to register, contact me at dpowell at latech.edu or by
> phone at (318) 257-2029.
>
>
>
>
>
> Michael Hingson brings us this exciting news:
>
> Tuesday, August 2, 2011 was the official release date for ?Thunder
> Dog.? If you want to read the story of Roselle and me as well as learn
> some
> life lessons around 9-11 you can now purchase the CD audio book or a print
> book at bookstores. Better yet, you can visit www.michaelhingson.com and
> purchase copies. Each one I sell on my site will come autographed as well
> as having a pawtograph from Roselle. Thanks for all your encouragement
> and
> support.
>
>
>
>
>
> Members of the NFB of Greater Louisville would like to wish Sharon
> Eiland and her girls, Sierra and Jasmine, a fond farewell as they depart
> the
> bluegrass state to join husband/father, Mario in Vancouver, Washington.
> Mario, who has been out West since early this year, seems to be settling
> into his new job, and we are certain that the Eiland family will become an
> asset to the community just as it was here. We will miss them and hope
> that
> they will remember that they still have a Federation family in Kentucky
> that
> loves them.
>
>
>
> THE COOK?S NOOK
>
>
>
> Baked Potato Salad
>
>
>
> Makes 12 servings
>
> Ingredients
>
> a.. 8 medium potatoes, sliced
> b.. 1/2 pound sliced bacon
> c.. 1 pound processed American cheese, sliced
> d.. 1/2 onion, chopped
> e.. 1 cup mayonnaise
> f.. salt and pepper to taste
> g.. 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
> Directions
>
> Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch
> baking dish.
>
> Put sliced potatoes into a large pot, and fill with enough water to
> cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but still firm, about 10
> minutes. Drain, and set aside.
>
> At the same time, place bacon in a large deep skillet. Cook over
> medium-high heat until evenly browned. Remove to paper towels to drain.
>
> In a large bowl, stir together the potatoes, cheese, onion,
> mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Spoon into prepared baking dish. Crumble
> bacon
> over the top, and sprinkle with olives.
>
> Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, until golden brown.
>
>
>
> Oven Barbecued Chicken
>
>
>
> Makes 6 servings
>
> Ingredients
>
> a.. 6 (8-ounce) chicken breast halves, bone-in
> b.. 1/3 cup chopped onion
> c.. 3/4 cup ketchup
> d.. 1/2 cup water
> e.. 1/3 cup white vinegar
> f.. 3 tablespoons brown sugar
> g.. 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
> h.. 1 teaspoon ground mustard
> i.. 1/4 teaspoon salt
> j.. 1/8 teaspoon pepper
> Directions
>
> In a nonstick skillet coated with nonstick cooking spray, brown
> chicken over medium heat. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish
> coated with nonstick cooking spray.
>
> Recoat skillet with nonstick cooking spray; cook onion over medium
> heat until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil.
> Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Pour over chicken. Bake,
> uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 45-55 minutes or until chicken juices run
> clear and a meat thermometer reads 170 degrees F.
>
>
>
>
>
> Too Much Chocolate Cake
>
>
>
> Makes 12 servings
>
> Ingredients
>
> a.. 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
> b.. 1 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
> c.. 1 cup sour cream
> d.. 1 cup vegetable oil
> e.. 4 eggs
> f.. 1/2 cup warm water
> g.. 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
> Directions
>
> Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
>
> In a large bowl, mix together the cake and pudding mixes, sour
> cream,
> oil, beaten eggs and water. Stir in the chocolate chips and pour batter
> into
> a well greased 12 cup bundt pan.
>
> Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until top is springy to the touch and
> a
> wooden toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool cake thoroughly in pan at
> least an hour and a half before inverting onto a plate. If desired, dust
> the
> cake with powdered sugar.
>
>
>
>
>
> THE END
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> It's a lot more satisfying to reach for the stars, even if you end
> up
> landing only on the moon.
>
>
>
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