[Nfbk] Interesting discussion

[Todd E.]

I like it. I really think this is excellent advice!

 

 

Cheers,

 

 

Todd

From: Nfbk [mailto:nfbk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Cathy Jackson
Sent: Sunday, January 19, 2014 9:44 AM
To: NFB of Kentucky Internet Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Nfbk] Interesting discussion

 

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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