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Denise & Lora, the newsletter was great and I really enjoyed
reading it. Cathy, I liked your article very much.<br>
Great job ladies!<br>
Melanie<br>
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On 3/26/2010 2:34 PM, Denise Franklin wrote:
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publication of the National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Visually
Impaired Individuals in NFB?<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
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class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>By
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class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>National
Federation of the Blind of Kentucky<o:p></o:p></strong></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>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=""> </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=""> </span>Of course, just as important is the fact
that they in turn have much to offer the NFB.<span style=""> </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 Impaired.<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong><span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></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>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=""> </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=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Trust me,
it’s also a mystery to those of us with partial vision.<span style="">
</span>How can I see a dime on the floor from across the room
and fall over a chair getting to it?<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>There
is an immediate gasp.<span style=""> </span>“You’re not blind; you
can see, can’t you?”<span style=""> </span>Then they start waving
their hands in my face.<span style=""> </span>I feel compelled to
launch into an explanation.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>The
discussion doesn’t usually end there.<span style=""> </span>They
start pointing to objects asking if I can see them.<span style=""> </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=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>On one
hand we the NFB say “Admit you are blind.”<span style=""> </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>
</p>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong><span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>I stopped and
thought, You know, we really don’t.<span style=""> </span>I have
talked with Members in the Kentucky affiliate who have expressed this
exact same sentiment to me.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong><span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Actually,
our situation may be even more precarious.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>If we are half
blind are we expected to do only half as much?<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </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=""> </span>We have to make accommodations
in the classroom.<span style=""> </span>We have the same issues with
public transportation.<span style=""> </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=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></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>Now
put a cane in the hand of someone like me.<span style=""> </span>Let
me tell you that really adds a layer of confusion.<span style=""> </span>I
am treated quite differently when I am carrying my cane.<span style="">
</span>I was traveling to Oregon a few years ago to serve as
the national representative to their state convention.<span style=""> </span>As
I recall I had to change airplanes twice before I arrived in Oregon.<span
style=""> </span>I was grabbed by the shoulders and turned around
and the end of my cane was lifted off the ground.<span style=""> </span>I
protested and took the opportunity to turn the situation into a
teachable moment.<span style=""> </span>During one of the layovers I
decided to head to the ladies’ room to freshen up a bit.<span style="">
</span>I stood my long white cane next to me and proceeded to
comb my hair and reapply my lipstick.<span style=""> </span>In the
mirror I could see a lady standing behind me watching with curiosity,
unaware that I was watching her.<span style=""> </span>All sorts of
thoughts were running through my head.<span style=""> </span>Did she
think I was faking my blindness?<span style=""> </span>Was she
wondering if I could actually apply lipstick?<span style=""> </span>Was
she waiting for me to make a mess of it all?<span style=""> </span>There
were a couple of other things I was considering.<span style=""> </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="">
</span>No, I decided then I would have to wash my face.<span
style=""> </span>Then a second brainstorm popped into my head.<span
style=""> </span>I think I’ll turn around and ask her if I look ok.<span
style=""> </span>No, there would be nothing gained by embarrassing
her.<span style=""> </span>Instead I chose a more polite approach.<span
style=""> </span>When I turned around I simply said hello.<span
style=""> </span>She made a beeline to the nearest stall.<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>An attendant in the
O’Hare airport decided that I needed a cart to transport me to my gate.<span
style=""> </span>I assured her I was fine and if she would just give
me directions I could travel alone.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>I was
told to stay put.<span style=""> </span>Lucky for me O’Hare is quite
busy.<span style=""> </span>When she turned her head I collapsed my
cane and bolted.<span style=""> </span>Should I have folded my cane
and run? Probably not.<span style=""> </span>Looking back that was
the coward’s way out.<span style=""> </span>I should have stood my
ground, but as I said, I was tired and not very rational.<span style="">
</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=""> </span>I hope by now they have called off the search.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>What would you say to me when I tell you I have
enough vision to “fake it?”<span style=""> </span>How would you
persuade me that learning to do things using non-visual techniques
might actually make my life easier?<span style=""> </span>How would
you encourage me to open up and share my experiences, both good and bad?<span
style=""> </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=""> </span>Just telling someone it’s ok to be blind isn’t
always enough.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>How did this happen?<span
style=""> </span>It was no accident.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>I was expected to do well in
school and to do chores around the house.<span style=""> </span>They
also made accommodations which I was totally oblivious to, but grew to
realize their importance.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>They
instilled in me a sense of confidence and well-being. <o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>I understand this
isn’t always the case.<span style=""> </span>Some partially blind
people haven’t been so lucky.<span style=""> </span>For these
individuals NFB could be a pivotal point in their lives.<span style="">
</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="">
</span>Visually impaired individuals will learn that they no
longer have to “fake it” but “face it.”<span style=""> </span>We can
teach them to advocate for themselves.<span style=""> </span>They
will learn the use of alternative techniques that can reduce a visual
impairment to a nuisance.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>It’s
all about changing attitudes.<span style=""> </span>You see, no pun
intended, there truly are more similarities than differences between
partially sighted and totally blind people.<span style=""> </span>We
all want to be treated with respect.<span style=""> </span>We all
want to be independent and productive citizens.<span style=""> </span>We
need to continue setting the success bar higher for ourselves than
others do.<o:p></o:p></strong></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;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></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>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=""> </span>I attended my first national
convention in New Orleans in 1977.<span style=""> </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=""> </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=""> </span>I have never doubted
for a minute my membership in the Federation or the contributions I
have made.<span style=""> </span>I also value the lessons and
opportunities that the NFB has afforded me.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
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style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
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style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>SPECIAL
FEATURE<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p
style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Experience
Equals Wisdom<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p
style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><strong><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;">by
Jennifer Hall</span><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></strong>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<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=""> </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=""> </span>Where would we be without the
thinking, caring and fortitude of strong Federationists who have
tirelessly served our great organization?<span style=""> </span>I had
the honor and privilege to interview three such Federationists: Mr.
Lloyd Whitmer, Mr. Lloyd Agnew and Mrs. Mittie Lake.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
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=""> </span>He sat on the board of the Kentucky affiliate for a
number of years.<span style=""> </span>Lloyd was one of the pioneers
in getting the NFB of Kentucky up and running.<span style=""> </span>He
worked two jobs--one as a vendor and the other in a factory.<span
style=""> </span>The one major issue Mr. Whitmer recalled dealt with
the vending/merchant issue.<span style=""> </span>He said they wanted
to take away the vending FACILITIES from the blind vendors.<span
style=""> </span>Through Mr. Whitmer’s interview, I realized this
struggle is not new and we need to remember to support our vendors.<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
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=""> </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=""> </span>They also run a successful
business, a Farm Bureau Service Center.<span style=""> </span>One of
the major issues Mr. Agnew remembers is the seating of blind persons on
airplanes.<span style=""> </span>“They thought they had to seat all
blind individuals near the exits,” he said.<span style=""> </span>Also,
he remembers when traveling with canes on airplanes was an issue.<span
style=""> </span>“They wanted to take them from you until the end of
the flight.”<span style=""> </span>Mr. Agnew has met several friends
over his life as a blind man.<span style=""> </span>Members of the
State Legislature are among many.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>We definitely have
strong men like Lloyd Agnew to thank for the path he has already trod.<span
style=""> </span>Lloyd and Joretta hold a very special place in my
heart.<span style=""> </span>They are responsible for introducing me
to the NFB and taking me to my first state and national conventions.<span
style=""> </span>Their example is one I can hope to live up to.<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Mittie
Lake--what a woman!<span style=""> </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=""> </span>Mittie attended KSB from
kindergarten to 12<sup>th</sup> grade when she graduated in 1949.<span
style=""> </span>She remembers the Federation comprised of KSB
alumni and wanted to join.<span style=""> </span>She married Joseph
Lake, Sr. in 1951.<span style=""> </span>Joseph was also a KSB alum
and devoted Federationist.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>She
remembered some of the same issues as Mr. Whitmer and Mr. Agnew.<span
style=""> </span>However, she explained that her experience was
limited in the beginning because she was at home taking care of
children.<span style=""> </span>In those days, childcare was
definitely not an option.<span style=""> </span>Mittie said the
Federation was not child-friendly at all.<span style=""> </span>She
remains as active as she can in our Kentucky affiliate and still helps
out in the nursery of her church.<span style=""> </span>Mittie’s
outlook, ”I want to keep going and doing as long as I can.”<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
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=""> </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=""> </span>Where would we be if the KSB alumni had
not seen the need to branch out and continue the cause?<span style="">
</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=""> </span></span></strong>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"
class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>HAVE
YOU HEARD?<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>By
Lora Felty<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"><font size="3"><strong>
<o:p></o:p></strong></font></span></p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>
<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p>
<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=""> </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 submissions. <o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>
<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>
<o:p></o:p></strong></span></p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>WASHINGTON
SEMINAR: THROUGH THE EYES OF YOUTH<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>By
Katie Penny and Marissa Helm<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong><span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Katie<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Describing
Washington Seminar on paper to someone who has never attended is a
nearly impossible task.<span style=""> </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=""> </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=""> </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=""> </span>But There is much more to Washington
Seminar.<span style=""> </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="">
</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=""> </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=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Marissa<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p
style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; background: white none repeat scroll 0% 0%; -moz-background-clip: border; -moz-background-origin: padding; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Washington
Seminar.<span style=""> </span>There’s a lot to say.<span style=""> </span>If
nothing else, it’s the experience of a lifetime.<span style=""> </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=""> </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=""> </span>Personally, Washington Seminar was liberation.<span
style=""> </span>I got to walk the hallways I hope to walk someday
when I truly get to participate in the political process.<span style="">
</span>They say you can’t describe a National Convention to
someone who has never attended…the same applies to Washington Seminar.<span
style=""> </span>Lingering around the memorials and petitioning
Congressmen is a true blessing.<span style=""> </span>I’m not sure
it’s something I can put into words or simply describe on paper.<span
style=""> </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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>KENTUCKY
ROUNDUP<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>NFB
of Lexington<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Well,
NFB of Lexington has braved a hard winter, but a little bird tells me
that Spring is coming!<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>I
personally want to thank all of my <o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </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=""> </span>John and I both,
even though we didn’t want to believe it, were quietly thinking
‘Stroke’.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </span>There I learned that Mr. or Mrs. Bell had a palsy
of some sort named for the occasion.<span style=""> </span>The
prognosis was positive in that I should fully recover in 3 to 6 months.<span
style=""> </span>The condition certainly took that amount of time,
too. <span style=""> </span>March 11, 2010 was the six month mark, and
I’m going strong.<span style=""> </span>Thank you all for your
thoughts and prayers!<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </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=""> </span>When October rolled around,
Michael, John and volunteers joined the city-wide Second Sunday event.<span
style=""> </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=""> </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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </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="">
</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=""> </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="">
</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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </span>Shannon has new employment through the
University of Kentucky and continues his national and international
leadership affiliation with the ASI organization.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </span>We’ve been blessed with Katie and Adam over the
past year, but look out NFBGL!<span style=""> </span>Katie just
informed the Chapter that she is returning to Louisville to pursue her
education.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </span>I appreciate all of you who
participated in the Newsline event in Frankfort on February 24, 2010.<span
style=""> </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=""> </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=""> </span>We
made many office visits while in town as well.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </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=""> </span>The article is immediately sent to your personal
e-mail!<span style=""> </span>Call your representatives and share
this wonderful technology with them.<span style=""> </span>Some are
e-mailing their representatives also and including the article(s)
specific to the individual representative.<span style=""> </span>This
makes a very loud statement of the meaningful use for the service to
Kentuckians.<span style=""> </span>Be careful, though, for we do have
copywrite restrictions to consider before sharing the article(s) with
others.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </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=""> </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=""> </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=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
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=""> </span>Together,
we are certainly promoting true Independence for the blind and visually
impaired in Kentucky.<span style=""> </span>Keep up the good work!<span
style=""> </span>Call us at (859) 494-0NFB, our new telephone number
for NFB of Lexington.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>NFB
of Lexington, 1<sup>st</sup> Vice President,<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>National
Federation of the Blind of Kentucky<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style=""><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;"
class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>NFB
of Ashland<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Submitted
by Lora Felty, President <o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><strong><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 14pt;">National
Federation of the Blind of Ashland </span><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></strong>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; color: black;"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; color: black;"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>NFB
of Murray <o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif';"><font
size="3"><strong><span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></font></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>They
had their annual Thanksgiving dinner and silent auction on November 21.<span
style=""> </span>In December, they hosted their annual Christmas
party at Sirloin Stockade.<span style=""> </span>This year was extra
special.<span style=""> </span>They hosted a family in need as their
special guests.<span style=""> </span>A DVD player was purchased as a
gift for the family.<span style=""> </span>Danny and Anetta were not
able to join us--they were in Florida!<span style=""> </span>Pat and
I were really eager to get to the party--we showed up a week early!<span
style=""> </span>We held a conference call meeting on January 31.<span
style=""> </span>Brenda, Jackie, Ashley, Danny and Anetta all
attended the legislative conference in Frankfort on February 24.<span
style=""> </span>I had gallbladder surgery on January 13 and am
happy to report a great success!<span style=""> </span>Thanks for the
cards and prayers!<span style=""> </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=""> </span>Looking forward to
a great spring and summer! <o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><strong><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;">Submitted
by Jennifer Hall<span style=""> </span></span><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif';"><o:p></o:p></span></strong>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; color: black;"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; color: black;"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>NFB
of Greater Louisville<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif';"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Another Chili Supper, Cook-off
& Auction in the books.<span style=""> </span>On Saturday, March
13, the Greater Louisville chapter hosted our annual event with
tremendous success.<span style=""> </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=""> </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=""> </span>I believe I
say this every year, this year’s event was the best yet, raising close
to $3700.00.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Jennifer
Gregory with her White Chicken Chili took home top honors this year.<span
style=""> </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=""> </span>Thanks to all the contestants for participating.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Once again we adopted a deserving
family and helped provide Christmas.<span style=""> </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=""> </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=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Gathering
together to have some Christmas fun is always welcome with our bunch.<span
style=""> </span>Santa Claus also joined us and even brought the
kids some gifts.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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=""> </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=""> </span>Once again the generosity of our
members was great.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Cathy Jackson,
Denise Franklin, Sarah Williams and I got all dressed up and went to
VIPS for their Halloween party.<span style=""> </span>With our
stuffed goodie bags in hand, we trick-or-treated with the kids from
VIPS.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Due to serious flood damage to the Main Library
last year’s event was done on a much smaller scale.<span style=""> </span>Cathy
Jackson and I manned a table at the Iroquois Branch Library.<span
style=""> </span>We handed out goodie bags only if the kids could
decode a Braille word using the alphabet cards.<span style=""> </span>We
also handed out literature and answered all sorts of questions from the
kids.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </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=""> </span>You can also follow us on Twitter.<span
style=""> </span>Look us up under NFBGL.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Submitted
by Nickie Pearl, President<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>NFB
of Greater Louisville<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif';"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif';"><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><a
moz-do-not-send="true" name="OLE_LINK1"></a><a moz-do-not-send="true"
name="OLE_LINK2"><span style=""><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span></a>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span style=""><span style=""><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Demi Cond','sans-serif'; font-size: 16pt;"><strong>SOUND
OFF!!<o:p></o:p></strong></span></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span style=""><span style=""><o:p><font
size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span style=""><span style=""><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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span style=""><span style=""><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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Have
you ever looked at the word membership?<span style=""> </span>No?<span
style=""> </span>Let’s do so. <o:p></o:p></strong></span></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><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=""> </span>The root word is member, a noun, meaning who
officially belongs to a group.<span style=""> </span>Ship, a noun, a
big boat.<span style=""> </span>So if this is a compound word, it
doesn’t make any sense. <o:p></o:p></strong></span></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p><strong> </strong></o:p></span></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><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=""> </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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><o:p><font size="3"><strong> </strong></font></o:p></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><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=""> </span>The
two key words in those definitions are belong and part.<span style="">
</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="">
</span><o:p></o:p></strong></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><o:p><strong><font size="3"> </font></strong></o:p></span></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=""><span
style=""><o:p><strong><font size="3"> </font></strong></o:p></span></span><span
style=""></span><span style=""></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Practically every country in the world
uses Braille.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>He grew
up as a devout Quaker.<span style=""> </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=""> </span>In
an effort to correct this problem they developed the adult school
movement.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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="">
</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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Motivation, leadership,
courage.<span style=""> </span>Three great men who have taught us
that it is respectable to be blind.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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="">
</span>But there can be only one winner and that winner was
Jennifer Gregory.<span style=""> </span>We thought it would be
appropriate to begin this section with her prize-winning recipe.<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Keeping heat on medium-low,
add heavy cream and let simmer 15 minutes.<span style=""> </span>Reduce
heat to low and add beans and corn.<span style=""> </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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>In
a large skillet over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil and brown the
seasoned beef strips.<span style=""> </span>Transfer to a slow cooker.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Pour into the slow cooker with
meat.<span style=""> </span>Stir in onion, green peppers, stewed
tomatoes, soy sauce, sugar and salt.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Great served over rice or egg noodles.<span style="">
</span>Makes 6 servings.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Add boiling water to gelatin mix.<span style=""> </span>Stir
2 minutes until completely dissolved.<span style=""> </span>Stir in
ice until melted. <o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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="">
</span>Gradually beat in gelatin.<span style=""> </span>Whisk
in 2 cups Cool Whip.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Top with remaining gelatin mixture and
wafers.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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=""> </span>Invert dessert onto
plate; top with remaining Cool Whip and fruit.<span style=""> </span>Makes
12 servings.<o:p></o:p></strong></span>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<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>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"
class="MsoNormal" align="center"><strong><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;">THE
END</span><span
style="font-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book','sans-serif'; font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></span></strong>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong><font
size="3"> </font></strong></o:p>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-weight: normal;"><o:p><font size="3"> </font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-weight: normal;"><o:p><font size="3"> </font></o:p></span>
</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" class="MsoNormal"><span
style="font-weight: normal;"><o:p><font size="3"> </font></o:p></span>
</p>
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