[Nfbk] Interesting discussion

[Cathy Jackson]

The first time the waiter asked my friend what I wanted I would probably act like I didn't hear her and just go ahead and answer for myself. If there is a second time I would speak up and let her know That I can order for myself without being nasty. If I am the one being asked I would simply sat "ask her I don't know", or 'she can order for herself". Usually that all it takes. 
Cathy

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On Jan 18, 2014, at 1:19 PM, "Nickie Pearl" <njp at twc.com> wrote:

> Hello!
>     I just wanted to let everyone in on the discussion we had at last nights NFBGL meeting. We listened to a story from a Kernel book entitled;  Remembered to Feed the Kittens, by Dr. Marc Maurer.   Our discussion revolved around personal advocacy.
> Here’s an example. You are out to dinner with your best friend who is sighted.  You guys enter the restaurant , the hostess greets the two of you & you ask for a Braille menu.  You & your friend are escorted to the table. A few minutes later your waiter comes by to take your drink orders. Instead of the waiter asking you what you’d like, she asks your friend what you’d like to drink.
>  
>     How would you politely & affectively let the waiter know, your blindness has nothing to do with speaking for yourself?
>  
>     Many of us in attendance at last nights meeting have had situations like this. Although there may be different situations & circumstances, we would do well to remember there is always an opportunity to  educate & advocate. 
>  
>     Melanie has indicated that we will continue to have these discussions from a Kernel story, so please try to attend the next meeting.
>  
> Have a great day!
> Nickie
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