[stylist] would it?

LoriStay at aol.com LoriStay at aol.com
Thu Apr 2 16:16:46 UTC 2009


In NFB we feel that blindness is a characteristic, rather than the core of 
the person's being.
Lori
In a message dated 4/2/09 12:14:10 PM, jbron at optonline.net writes:


> John, You got it wrong.  If blindness is the default of the person, they
> function in a way that is comfortable, and productive for them, without
> thinking about it.  This is why it is not my identity.  It is there.  Like
> all my other accomplishments and obstacles I have over come.  I don't know
> what social science books you are reading, but I suggest that you read some
> that deal with identity and what goes into that for different people.  You
> might learn that there is more to life than being blind.  Like anything else
> in life, you choose your priorities.  My priorities don't include being
> blind.  No, not denial.  Just reality and not wanting to stroke someone who
> ignores his other talents and emphasizes that which he has chosen to define
> himself.  JB
> 




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