[stylist] Sight vs. Blindness

[Donna Hill]

Bridgit,
You're welcome.

Sometimes, I think we should start a business. "Having problems in your
life? Throwing up your hands in frustration? Take action. Talk to people who
do perseverance as multi-taskers. Sign up today and get a free white cane.
*grin*
Donna

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From: stylist [mailto:stylist-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Bridgit
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Sent: Thursday, March 28, 2013 10:50 PM
To: stylist at nfbnet.org
Subject: [stylist] Sight vs. Blindness

Donna,

I like how you say: The thing I was thinking of is that as blind people we
have a strength and ability which would serve the community at large. Too
often, a problem presents itself and they struggle with it for a minute or a
day or whatever and throw up their hands in defeat long before we would.
BTW, I can't say I think about how much easier it would be if I could see,
even as good as I did as a child. At this point in life, I have so many
negative opinions of the sighted world, that I wouldn't want to be a part of
it, able to pass through that layer of scrutiny that now holds me back from
so many things. 

It may be easier if I could see again, but honestly, I never knew how
independent I was or how innovative I was until I lost my sight. In the
past, I may have been more willing to just give up, but since becoming
blind, I've been more motivated to grow and learn despite obstacles no
matter the size.

Thanks.

Bridgit


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Date: Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:57:46 -0400
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Bridgit,
About senturing ... It is folly to refrain from expressing real feelings or
to dwell long on the criticism of those who would have you do so.

The thing I was thinking of is that as blind people we have a strength and
ability which would serve the community at large. Too often, a problem
presents itself and they struggle with it for a minute or a day or whatever
and throw up their hands in defeat long before we would. BTW, I can't say I
think about how much easier it would be if I could see, even as good as I
did as a child. At this point in life, I have so many negative opinions of
the sighted world, that I wouldn't want to be a part of it, able to pass
through that layer of scrutiny that now holds me back from so many things. 
Donna 


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