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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'"><FONT size=3><STRONG>Cathy Jackson, President<o:p></o:p></STRONG></FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'"><FONT size=3><STRONG>Louisville, Kentucky 40299<o:p></o:p></STRONG></FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'"><FONT size=3><STRONG>e-mail: kyfranks@yahoo.com<o:p></o:p></STRONG></FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 1in" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'"><FONT size=3><STRONG>Lora Felty, e-mail: </STRONG></FONT><A href="mailto:lorafelty@windstream.net"><FONT size=3><STRONG>lorafelty@windstream.net</STRONG></FONT></A><o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>I was a participant on a panel at a State Presidents seminar held at our national headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland where the topic of visually impairment was discussed.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We also touched on how to convince partially blind individuals that they can benefit greatly by being a part of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), the nation’s largest organization of the blind speaking for the blind.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Of course, just as important is the fact that they in turn have much to offer the NFB.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>For many it is automatically assumed that we are an organization of the blind because our name says it all, the National Federation of the Blind, not the National Federation of the Blind and Visually
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>For purposes of this article I am going to use the terms visually impaired, partially sighted and partially blind or similar phrases that may come to mind.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I am not afraid to use the word blind or admit that I am a blind person, but I need to make distinctions and clarifications.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>The public in general only recognizes total blindness or perfect vision, anything in between is a mystery.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Trust me, it’s also a mystery to those of us with partial vision.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>How can I see a dime on the floor from across the room and fall over a chair getting to it?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>There have been countless times when, during a conversation I have said something like, “As a blind person I….”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>There is an immediate gasp.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>“You’re not blind; you can see, can’t you?”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Then they start waving their hands in my face.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I feel compelled to launch into an explanation.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>“Yes I have some usable vision but my visual acuity is 20/200 which means that I meet the legal and medical definition of blindness.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The discussion doesn’t usually end there.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They start pointing to objects asking if I
can see them.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>When my daughter, Nickie, was little and her friends asked how well her dad and I could see, she would simply say, “My dad is almost blind, my mom is half blind and I am a little bit blind.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>The honest to goodness truth is that all too often visually impaired people don’t know exactly where they fit in.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>On one hand we the NFB say “Admit you are blind.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>But on the other hand, there are those who have somewhat of a condescending attitude that says, “But you can really see.”<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>At a national convention I overheard a conversation between two people and one of them said, “NFB doesn’t ever discuss the issues faced by those of us with low vision, do they?”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I stopped and thought, You know, we really don’t.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I have talked with Members in the Kentucky affiliate who have expressed this exact same sentiment to me.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>If you stop and think about it, visually impaired individuals face the same problems as totally blind people.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Actually, our situation may be even more precarious.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The public in general is convinced that totally blind people can’t do anything, however, they aren’t exactly sure just what to expect from those of us with partial vision.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>If we are half blind are we expected to do only half as much?<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>We walk into the job interview and it is apparent that we have some vision, but we called ahead to have the test put in an accessible format--large print, audio, and even Braille.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We too have to convince the potential employer that we can do the job and with the proper accommodations we are every bit as competent as our sighted peers.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We have to make accommodations in the classroom.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We have the same issues with public transportation.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>More often than not, we are unable to read the destination sign in the window of the bus and have to ask, What bus is this?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Now put a cane in the hand of someone like me.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Let me tell you that really adds a layer of confusion.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I am treated quite differently when I am carrying my cane.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I was traveling to Oregon a few years ago to serve as the national representative to their state convention.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>As I recall I had to change airplanes twice before I arrived in Oregon.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I was grabbed by the shoulders and turned around and the end of my cane was lifted off the ground.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I protested and took the opportunity to turn the situation into a teachable moment.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">
</SPAN>During one of the layovers I decided to head to the ladies’ room to freshen up a bit.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I stood my long white cane next to me and proceeded to comb my hair and reapply my lipstick.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>In the mirror I could see a lady standing behind me watching with curiosity, unaware that I was watching her.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>All sorts of thoughts were running through my head.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Did she think I was faking my blindness?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Was she wondering if I could actually apply lipstick?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Was she waiting for me to make a mess of it all?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>There were a couple of other things I was considering.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Maybe I’ll just apply the lipstick on and around my lips
so as not to disappoint her if she doubted my skill to put on makeup.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>No, I decided then I would have to wash my face.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Then a second brainstorm popped into my head.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I think I’ll turn around and ask her if I look ok.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>No, there would be nothing gained by embarrassing her.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Instead I chose a more polite approach.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>When I turned around I simply said hello.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>She made a beeline to the nearest stall.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>On this same trip coming home from Oregon I was pretty tired and not in the mood to be hassled.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>An attendant in the O’Hare airport decided that I needed a cart to transport me to my gate.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I assured her I was fine and if she would just give me directions I could travel alone.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Besides I had been sitting for several hours and needed to stretch my legs, to which she replied, “not on my watch.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I was told to stay put.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Lucky for me O’Hare is quite busy.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>When she turned her head I collapsed my cane and bolted.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">
</SPAN>Should I have folded my cane and run? Probably not.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Looking back that was the coward’s way out.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I should have stood my ground, but as I said, I was tired and not very rational.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I was counting on the fact that if I put my cane away I would be just another passenger in the airport and it worked.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I hope by now they have called off the search.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>If I wasn’t already a member of NFB how would you convince me or any other partially sighted individual that joining NFB would be a great idea?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>What would you say to me when I tell you I have enough vision to “fake it?”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>How would you persuade me that learning to do things using non-visual techniques might actually make my life easier?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>How would you encourage me to open up and share my experiences, both good and bad?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>And probably the biggest challenge to me: What would you say and do to make me feel comfortable in my own skin?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Just telling someone it’s ok to be blind isn’t always enough.<SPAN
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Most of you reading this article know that I am self-sufficient and strong-willed.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>How did this happen?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>It was no accident.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I was fortunate enough to have parents who made it clear from the get-go that I was no different from my siblings apart from the fact that I couldn’t see as well.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I was expected to do well in school and to do chores around the house.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They also made accommodations which I was totally oblivious to, but grew to realize their importance.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I had large print storybooks and coloring books and white paper plates dotted the baseball field so I
could see the bases.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They instilled in me a sense of confidence and well-being. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Looking back over my life there were very few times when I was made to feel embarrassed or ashamed of being visually impaired, or made to believe that I was less of a person.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I understand this isn’t always the case.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Some partially blind people haven’t been so lucky.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>For these individuals NFB could be a pivotal point in their lives.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>If we can convince them to attend a chapter or division meeting and especially a state or national convention, we can begin the mentoring process and show through our actions that the NFB philosophy does apply just as precisely to partially sighted people.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Visually
impaired individuals will learn that they no longer have to “fake it” but “face it.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We can teach them to advocate for themselves.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They will learn the use of alternative techniques that can reduce a visual impairment to a nuisance.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Pretty soon they won’t care if they are referred to as blind and the word blind will become just a part of their vocabulary.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>It’s all about changing attitudes.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>You see, no pun intended, there truly are more similarities than differences between partially sighted and totally blind people.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We all want to be treated with respect.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We all want to be independent and productive citizens.<SPAN
style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We need to continue setting the success bar higher for ourselves than others do.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>If you have ever doubted your place in the National Federation of the Blind, let me assure you that you are welcome and that your membership is valued.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I attended my first national convention in New Orleans in 1977.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Every national board member I met or saw walking around the convention was totally blind, or perhaps it was merely the fact that they were using their blindness skills to perfection and I assumed they were totally blind.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Although at that time I thought one had to be blind to be a member of the Board of Directors, I am living proof that this is not the case.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I have never doubted for a minute my membership in the Federation or the
contributions I have made.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I also value the lessons and opportunities that the NFB has afforded me.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>So for those of you who are partially blind members of the organization I want you to realize your worth; and to all of us, let’s share with other partials who may be feeling left out. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Knowledge comes from experience; wisdom comes from trial.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky has experienced its share of trial and uncomfortable circumstances to gain the knowledge and wisdom necessary to build and maintain a strong foundation for each of its members.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Where would we be without the thinking, caring and fortitude of strong Federationists who have tirelessly served our great organization?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I had the honor and privilege to interview three such Federationists: Mr. Lloyd Whitmer, Mr. Lloyd Agnew and Mrs. Mittie Lake.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Mr. Lloyd Whitmer, age 93, resides in Louisville and has been a Federationist since the beginning of the Kentucky affiliate.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>He sat on the board of the Kentucky affiliate for a number of years.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Lloyd was one of the pioneers in getting the NFB of Kentucky up and running.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>He worked two jobs--one as a vendor and the other in a factory.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The one major issue Mr. Whitmer recalled dealt with the vending/merchant issue.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>He said they wanted to take away the vending FACILITIES from the blind vendors.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Through Mr. Whitmer’s interview, I realized
this struggle is not new and we need to remember to support our vendors.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Mr. Lloyd Agnew was responsible for starting the Federation in western Kentucky in 1973.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>He and his wife, Joretta, have been completely devoted to raising two wonderful daughters, Ava and Karen, along with a devotion to their faith and attendance at their church in Henderson.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They also run a successful business, a Farm Bureau Service Center.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>One of the major issues Mr. Agnew remembers is the seating of blind persons on airplanes.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>“They thought they had to seat all blind individuals near the exits,” he said.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Also, he remembers when traveling with canes on airplanes was an
issue.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>“They wanted to take them from you until the end of the flight.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Mr. Agnew has met several friends over his life as a blind man.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Members of the State Legislature are among many.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>He said that one legislator was asked about a piece of legislation dealing with a blindness issue and the Senator said he had to speak with Lloyd Agnew before his final decision!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We definitely have strong men like Lloyd Agnew to thank for the path he has already trod.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Lloyd and Joretta hold a very special place in my heart.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They are responsible for introducing me to the NFB and taking me to my first state and national conventions.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun:
yes"> </SPAN>Their example is one I can hope to live up to.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Mittie Lake--what a woman!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Mittie and I played phone tag for a few days before this interview, but what a privilege it was to hear her history!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Mittie attended KSB from kindergarten to 12<SUP>th</SUP> grade when she graduated in 1949.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>She remembers the Federation comprised of KSB alumni and wanted to join.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>She married Joseph Lake, Sr. in 1951.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Joseph was also a KSB alum and devoted Federationist.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Mittie didn’t know how much she would have to offer to the article, but she gave a unique look back and showed just how far we have
come.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>She remembered some of the same issues as Mr. Whitmer and Mr. Agnew.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>However, she explained that her experience was limited in the beginning because she was at home taking care of children.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>In those days, childcare was definitely not an option.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Mittie said the Federation was not child-friendly at all.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>She remains as active as she can in our Kentucky affiliate and still helps out in the nursery of her church.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Mittie’s outlook, ”I want to keep going and doing as long as I can.”<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Spending just a few moments with these great individuals was priceless and taught me a very important lesson.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The lesson learned from Mr. Whitmer, Mr. Agnew and Mittie is that struggle may always be a part of our Federation history, but quitting is not an option.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Where would we be if the KSB alumni had not seen the need to branch out and continue the cause?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We must see their example and remind ourselves that it is not about what we can get as Federationists, but what we give to ensure our future</SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN></SPAN></STRONG></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>After a brief retirement, George Stokes has returned to work at a vending facility in LaGrange, Kentucky. Best of luck to George on this new venture. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>During 2009 the National Federation of the Blind held a "Letters to Obama” campaign.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Through this effort the NFB solicited letters from blind Braille readers explaining the important role that Braille plays in their everyday life. One hundred letters were selected from over 150 submissions to be included in a book entitled "Let Freedom Ring". The original plan was to present this book to President Obama in a ceremony held during Meet the Blind Month. Unfortunately, this could not be arranged so, on February 2, 2010, the book was presented to the head of the United States Department of Education. You can read the book on the NFB website. OUR own Lora Felty is pleased and honored to have her letter included among the other
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG> We are excited to congratulate Danielle Burton. Danielle is a freshman at Elliot County High School and was featured as one of our student Braille readers on the state convention program this past September. Danielle competed, along with other students from Kentucky and Tennessee, in the regional Braille Challenge that was held in Nashville, Tennessee at the Tennessee School for the Blind in February. Danielle placed first in the Junior varsity division and may have the opportunity to travel to California in June to participate in the National Braille Challenge, sponsored by The Braille Institute. We are so proud of you, Danielle! <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Our own Jayne Seif, the parent of two blind daughters who attend the Kentucky School for the blind was recently appointed to the Kentucky School for the Blind Advisory Board as the parent representative. Jayne attended her first board meeting on Monday, March 22, 2010. Jayne, we are pleased that you were selected, and we know that you will add your belief in NFB philosophy and love for KSB to the board. Thank you for all that you do to make KSB the best school it can be<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial"><STRONG>Describing Washington Seminar on paper to someone who has never attended is a nearly impossible task.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I became a member of NFB in 2005, and ever since that time I have wanted to attend Washington Seminar, which to me is one of the most important things that NFB does.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Talking to congressmen and getting to feel that in some way I have helped to improve the lives of blind people across the nation is an experience I will never forget.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>For once instead of just hearing about all of the amazing things NFB accomplishes, I was able to become a part of that process.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>But There is much more to Washington Seminar.<SPAN
style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The annual trip to our nation’s capital provides everyone (especially students) with an invaluable opportunity to network and gain further knowledge of NFB.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I plan on taking this fore-mentioned knowledge I’ve acquired from meeting with other student presidents and using it to help evolve KABS into the thriving division I know it has the potential to be.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I also fully intend on calling our congressmen and reminding them of the ongoing issues and I urge everyone else to do the same.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 6pt; BACKGROUND: white" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; COLOR: #333333; FONT-SIZE: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial"><STRONG>Washington Seminar.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>There’s a lot to say.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>If nothing else, it’s the experience of a lifetime.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>All the experiences and emotions of a National Convention coupled with the excitement that one rarely gets to feel made for an amazing time.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I met tons of new people, tried to bid on a friend in a student auction, and got to step where greatness has been.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Personally, Washington Seminar was liberation.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I got to walk the hallways I hope to walk someday when I truly get to participate in the political
process.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They say you can’t describe a National Convention to someone who has never attended…the same applies to Washington Seminar.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Lingering around the memorials and petitioning Congressmen is a true blessing.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I’m not sure it’s something I can put into words or simply describe on paper.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Even if you find yourself short of your goals, the experience is something to live and build on. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Federation brothers and sisters for honoring me in Ashland at our NFBK State Convention!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I love all of you and look forward to serving you during 2010 as the 1<SUP>st</SUP> Vice President of NFBK!<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>On Saturday, September 12, 2009, I awoke to an enormously strange sensation around my left eye, that side of my face, and pain in and around my left ear.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Only after a very few minutes, all these sensations became frightening, as numbness overtook my face, and the left corner of my mouth was drawn to the left with the left eyelid unable to close.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>John and I both, even though we didn’t want to believe it, were quietly thinking ‘Stroke’.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>We quickly knew that I needed to visit the emergency room and did so.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>There I learned that Mr. or Mrs. Bell had a palsy of some sort named for the occasion.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The prognosis was positive in that I should fully recover in 3 to 6 months.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The condition certainly took that amount of time, too. <SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>March 11, 2010 was the six month mark, and I’m going strong.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Meanwhile, NFB of Lexington marched onward with scheduled events.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Though few in number, the Walk-a-thon remained on target, and Michael, Harley, John and Desh with her husband walked 3 miles or more for the cause later in September.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>When October rolled around, Michael, John and volunteers joined the city-wide Second Sunday event.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Every service organization and agency imaginable were lined up and down Main Street and around the side streets, as traffic was blocked and rerouted for the event.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Michael and John distributed NFB materials and had the Braille coin on display, as well as meeting and greeting scores of
Lexingtonians.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>NFB of Lexington had visitors from Breathitt County, Ms. Bess Douthitt-a retired Visual Itinerant Teacher-over the mountain from Lexington at the October Saturday School.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Bess and Eastern KY friends visited again in November, and a number of us had the opportunity to visit them as well with a great reception.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>A good number of blind and visually impaired Jackson Kentuckians were treated to a presentation of NFB of KY and the KY NFB-NEWSLINE®.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>In yet another part of the October ‘Meet the Blind’ initiative, Michael, Katie, Adam and Ruth Kennedy put on an impressive display at the Lexington-Fayette County Public Library/Main Street Branch where Michael and Katie
Brailled tons of names of passersby and shared information about NFB.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We would be remiss if we didn’t mention John and Richard who helped with the materials set-up and break-down.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Of course, I cannot speak about the NFB of Lexington without the honorable mention of Shannon and Paula Caldwell residing in the London, Kentucky area.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Shannon has new employment through the University of Kentucky and continues his national and international leadership affiliation with the ASI organization.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The couple also maintain their NFB representation in and around the Laurel County School System and even though they are unable to get to Lexington regularly for Chapter meetings, we are very proud of their NFB presence in London and their work toward ‘Changing What It Means to Be Blind’.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Todd Stephens is our newest member of NFB of Lexington and has pitched in and taken up the support of the Chapter in a meaningful fashion.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We’ve been blessed with Katie and Adam over the past year, but look out NFBGL!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Katie just informed the Chapter that she is returning to Louisville to pursue her education.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Katie is fired up with the vision and the passion of the movement, so we expect to be hearing a lot from Katie in the coming months.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Of course, I cannot talk about Chapter activity without talking about the KY NFB-NEWSLINE®!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I appreciate all of you who participated in the Newsline event in Frankfort on February 24, 2010.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Our Murray Chapter left their homes in the far southwest at 2 A.M. to attend, and we had a good number of NFBK members from Louisville, Frankfort, and Lexington!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Senator David Boswell, upon Charles Allen’s invitation, Representative Melvin Henley, upon Mr. Perry’s invitation, U.S. Senate candidate Johnny Stephenson, upon the Glissons’ invitation, and Mr. Scott White, Director of the NFB National NFB-NEWSLINE® office in Baltimore were present to join with us for a productive
morning.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We made many office visits while in town as well.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>We are especially excited about the latest advancement to Newsline, the receiving of any and all specific newspaper articles to the private e-mail box!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>While you are reading an article, should you need the article for future reference, simply press the Pound key and the number 9 key on your telephone keypad, and presto!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The article is immediately sent to your personal e-mail!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Call your representatives and share this wonderful technology with them.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Some are e-mailing their representatives also and including the article(s) specific to the individual representative.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>This makes a very
loud statement of the meaningful use for the service to Kentuckians.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Be careful, though, for we do have copywrite restrictions to consider before sharing the article(s) with others.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We’ve been using the headline and enough of the article to make the point and explaining the feature in our own words.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>The next time you run into Scott White, please thank him for his service to Kentucky.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Scott has spent a great deal of time in Kentucky over the past few months to insure the continued support for Newsline in our State.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I do want to thank Cindy Sheets and Nickie Pearl for joining Scott last August in Louisville to help with the KY Educator conference.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Scott and Bob Watson, Content Manager, spent an entire week here and had meetings with APH, KSB, OFB, Cabinet of Education, Association of Counties and others in the promotion of the service for Kentuckians.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>After digging out of the 4 and a half feet of snow in and around
Baltimore, Scott returned to Kentucky in February 2010 to continue the promotion.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>I sincerely appreciate NFB and all of you who make the services and programs for the blind in Kentucky reality!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Together, we are certainly promoting true Independence for the blind and visually impaired in Kentucky.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Keep up the good work!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Call us at (859) 494-0NFB, our new telephone number for NFB of Lexington.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Submitted by Pamela Roark-Glisson, President,<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>The National Federation of the Blind of Ashland had a busy summer and fall last year planning for the 2009 NFBK State Convention. We were so pleased to host everyone in our city, and we hope that you enjoyed yourself. After the long hours of work in planning we now know how much goes into planning a convention and we commend the Louisville and Lexington chapters who have hosted convention so many times. On October 29, 2009, the NFB of Ashland celebrated “Meet the Blind Month” by passing out Halloween goodie bags with braille alphabet cards and chocolate Louis Braille coins at the Ashland Central Park annual Trick-or-Treat in the Park. It was a beautiful autumn evening. Over 600 treat bags were given out. In December the chapter relaxed by celebrating Christmas at my
home. Thirteen individuals attended, including two guests from the Ohio River Valley Chapter of the NFB of Ohio. We had a finger food potluck, exchanged Christmas ornaments and sang carols. A pleasant evening was had by all those who attended. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>The NFB of Murray has been busy as usual this winter.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They had their annual Thanksgiving dinner and silent auction on November 21.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>In December, they hosted their annual Christmas party at Sirloin Stockade.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>This year was extra special.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>They hosted a family in need as their special guests.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>A DVD player was purchased as a gift for the family.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Danny and Anetta were not able to join us--they were in Florida!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Pat and I were really eager to get to the party--we showed up a week early!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun:
yes"> </SPAN>We held a conference call meeting on January 31.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Brenda, Jackie, Ashley, Danny and Anetta all attended the legislative conference in Frankfort on February 24.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I had gallbladder surgery on January 13 and am happy to report a great success!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Thanks for the cards and prayers!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The Murray Chapter is hard at work on their auction planned for June and as usual, they always have a great picnic in May.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Looking forward to a great spring and summer! <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Hello from Louisville!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Another Chili Supper, Cook-off & Auction in the books.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>On Saturday, March 13, the Greater Louisville chapter hosted our annual event with tremendous success.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>After many years we decided to move this fundraiser from the Kentucky School for the Blind to a more central location near downtown.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Our new venue exceeded our expectations and for the first time in the history of this event we ran out of seats.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I believe I say this every year, this year’s event was the best yet, raising close to $3700.00.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>We had five contestants in our Chili Cook-off this year with the winning chili receiving a $50.00 Kroger gift card.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Jennifer Gregory with her White Chicken Chili took home top honors this year.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Jennifer got a bonus…she got to go home with a clean crock pot since all her chili was eaten during the evening.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Thanks to all the contestants for participating.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Our chapter members stepped up to the plate and really gave back in December.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Once again we adopted a deserving family and helped provide Christmas.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The family, which consisted of a mother and three kids, was very appreciative and I believe a little overwhelmed by our generosity.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I did receive a thank-you/Christmas card from them, Thanking us and letting us know how much they liked all the gifts.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>We all did a little celebrating of our own back in December at our favorite hangout, Logan’s Steakhouse.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Gathering together to have some Christmas fun is always welcome with our bunch.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Santa Claus also joined us and even brought the kids some gifts.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>I’m starting to notice a pattern with our chapter--we like to give a lot!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Back in November we collected food items as well as essential household products for a KSB family who had lost their home to fire.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Once again the generosity of our members was great.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I did receive a card from the family thanking us and letting us know how much those items helped them out.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Boy did we have fun in October!<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Cathy Jackson, Denise Franklin, Sarah Williams and I got all dressed up and went to VIPS for their Halloween party.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>With our stuffed goodie bags in hand, we trick-or-treated with the kids from VIPS.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>What a great night…the kids dressed to the nines in their best Halloween garb, the spooky decorations and the smiles.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Our other “Meet the Blind Month” activities included The St. Stephen Martyr Health Fair, TARC & MV White Cane Day event down at 4<SUP>th</SUP> Street Live! and the “Seeing with your Fingers” library event.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Due to serious flood damage to the Main Library last year’s event was done on a much smaller scale.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Cathy Jackson and I manned a table at the Iroquois Branch Library.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We handed out goodie bags only if the kids could decode a Braille word using the alphabet cards.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We also handed out literature and answered all sorts of questions from the kids.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Just to let you know, all kids did decode a
Braille card therefore all kids received a goodie bag.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Spring is right around the corner and that means it’s time to plan our April Luncheon.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Please keep your eye on the NFBK list and continue to call the Greater Louisville “Talking Bulletin Board” at 502-495-7130.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>You can also follow us on Twitter.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Look us up under NFBGL.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><A name=OLE_LINK1></A><A name=OLE_LINK2><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><o:p><FONT size=3><STRONG> </STRONG></FONT></o:p></SPAN></A></DIV>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><STRONG>SOUND OFF!!<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><o:p><FONT size=3><STRONG> </STRONG></FONT></o:p></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>The Word is Membership<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>By Reni Jackson<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><o:p><FONT size=3><STRONG> </STRONG></FONT></o:p></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Have you ever looked at the word membership?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>No?<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Let’s do so. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Some people might argue that it is a compound word, but not to me.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The root word is member, a noun, meaning who officially belongs to a group.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Ship, a noun, a big boat.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>So if this is a compound word, it doesn’t make any sense. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>My theory is that it is the root word member with the suffix ship and together it is still a noun meaning, the fact of being a part of a set. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">You are now asking yourself why I gave you this English lesson.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>I want people to look at what it means to be a part of a group, such as Kentucky Association of Blind Athletes.</SPAN><FONT size=3> </FONT></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><o:p><FONT size=3><STRONG> </STRONG></FONT></o:p></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Look back up at the two meanings of member and membership.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The two key words in those definitions are belong and part.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Whether you are a part of a group such as KABA or belong to a church, work hard and give it all that you have.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK2"><SPAN style="mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK1"><o:p><STRONG><FONT size=3> </FONT></STRONG></o:p></SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt; FONT-WEIGHT: normal">Men of Vision</SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt; FONT-WEIGHT: normal">by Reni Jackson</SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p><FONT size=3> </FONT></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Louis Braille, Jacobus tenBroek, William Hadley: The method, the voice, the opportunity.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Three great and passionate men who put forth so much courage and intellect on behalf of blind and visually impaired individuals. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Louis Braille proved that if you have the motivation, you can do incredible things.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Practically every country in the world uses Braille.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Jacobus tenBroek, spiritual and intellectual father, leader, mentor, spokesman and philosopher to tens of thousands of blind Americans over a quarter of a century, gave to the organized blind movement the force of his intellect and the shape of his dreams.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>William Hadley, to address the absence of educational opportunities for blind people, began teaching Braille by mail and established a school offering accessible, tuition-free classes for blind and visually impaired people. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>As a visually impaired person, I can appreciate what these three men have done for me, especially William Hadley.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>He grew up as a devout Quaker.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>This religious group, first known as the Religious Society of Friends, was deeply concerned that children were not receiving the education they deserved unless they happened to be part of affluent families.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>In an effort to correct this problem they developed the adult school movement.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>William learned at a early age the importance of a good education.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>The ability to read was foremost to him, because his hobby was to read in four different languages--English, German, Latin and Greek. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>William must have been devastated when, at the age of 55, he lost his sight and the ability to carry on his passion to read.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>But with encouragement from his ophthalmologist, E.V.L. Brown, William taught himself Braille and in five short years, began the Hadley School for the Blind.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Braille, tenBroek, Hadley:<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Motivation, leadership, courage.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Three great men who have taught us that it is respectable to be blind.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>William, I hope your courage is passed on to every student who is served by the Hadley School for the Blind.</SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></STRONG></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p><FONT size=3> </FONT></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><FONT size=3><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p><FONT size=3> </FONT></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal align=center><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 16pt; FONT-WEIGHT: normal">THE COOK’S NOOK<o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 16pt; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p><FONT size=3> </FONT></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Editor’s Note: At NFBGL’s recent Chili Supper and Auction fundraiser, the Chili Cook-off produced its usual array of delicious offerings.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>But there can be only one winner and that winner was Jennifer Gregory.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>We thought it would be appropriate to begin this section with her prize-winning recipe.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Jennifer’s White Chicken Chili<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Ingredients:<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2 tbsp of olive oil<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>10 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2 cups of chopped yellow onion<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>4 (8 oz) cans of chicken broth<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>8 oz of canned chopped green chili peppers<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2 tsp of minced garlic<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>3 tsp of ground cumin<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2 tsp of dried cilantro<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>4 oz of canned chopped chipotle peppers<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1/8 cup of chopped jalapeno peppers (with juice)<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 tsp of crushed red peppers<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1/4 cup of heavy cream (you may use more or less for desired thickness)<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>3-4 cans of northern white beans (drained and rinsed)<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2-3 cans of white corn (drained)<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Garnish:<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>sliced green onion<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>sour cream<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>shredded monterey jack and pepper cheeses<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>jalapenos<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p><FONT size=3> </FONT></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Directions:<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Turn your stove top on medium-high. In a large pot add olive oil and chicken, saute until cooked through, then add onions. Add chicken broth, green chili peppers, garlic, cumin, cilantro, chipotles, jalapenos and crushed red pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer 30 minutes. <SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Keeping heat on medium-low, add heavy cream and let simmer 15 minutes.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Reduce heat to low and add beans and corn.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Simmer on low over stove top or in crock pot stirring occasionally 1 hour 30 minutes. Makes 10 servings.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> <o:p></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Slow Cooker Pepper Steak<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Ingredients:<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 2-inch strips<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Garlic powder to taste<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>3 tablespoons vegetable oil<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 cube beef bouillon<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>¼ cup hot water<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 tablespoon cornstarch<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>½ cup chopped onion<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2 large green bell peppers<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>3 tablespoons soy sauce<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 teaspoon white sugar<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 teaspoon salt<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Sprinkle strips of sirloin with garlic powder to taste.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil and brown the seasoned beef strips.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Transfer to a slow cooker.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Mix bouillon cube with hot water until dissolved, then mix in cornstarch until dissolved.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Pour into the slow cooker with meat.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Stir in onion, green peppers, stewed tomatoes, soy sauce, sugar and salt.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Cover, and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, or on low for 6 to 8 hours.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Great served over rice or egg noodles.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Makes 6 servings.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Lemon-Raspberry Mousse Squares<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Ingredients:<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>48 vanilla wafers, divided<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>¾ cup boiling water<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 (3 ounce) package JELL-O lemon flavor gelatin<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 cup ice cubes<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 (8 ounce) Package Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>¼ cup sugar<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>2 teaspoons Lemon Zest<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1 (8 ounce) tub Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed, divided<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1/3 cup raspberry preserves<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>1-1/2 cup fresh fruit<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Stand 16 wafers around edge of plastic wrap-lined 8-inch square pan.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Add boiling water to gelatin mix.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Stir 2 minutes until completely dissolved.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Stir in ice until melted. <o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Beat next 3 ingredients in large bowl with mixer until blended.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Gradually beat in gelatin.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Whisk in 2 cups Cool Whip.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Pour half the gelatin mixture into prepared pan; cover with 16 wafers. Microwave preserves on high 15 secondsor until melted; brush onto wafers.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Top with remaining gelatin mixture and wafers.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><o:p><STRONG> </STRONG></o:p></SPAN></DIV>
<P style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Invert dessert onto plate; top with remaining Cool Whip and fruit.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>Makes 12 servings.<o:p></o:p></STRONG></SPAN></DIV>
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