[Nfbf-l] The English language and the word Blind! (Humor)

[JD TOWNSEND]

On 6/27/2013 10:05 AM, Alan Dicey wrote:
> The English language with its wealth of idiomatic expressions makes 
> the following deductions concerning the characteristics of the Blind 
> and their daily activities possible:
>
> They may be excused for being forgetful because out of sight is out of 
> mind.
>
> They are very happy; what the eye does not see the heart does not grieve.
>
> They are also very affectionate because love is blind.
>
> They often ignore things by turning a blind eye to them.
>
> They may be ignorant because they are in the dark about things, but do 
> not underestimate them; they've got it all taped.
>
> They are very friendly people and like to keep in touch.
>
> They also tend to have a real feeling for the world round about them.
>
> They may not be able always to see eye to eye with certain situations.
>
> They may also sometimes lose sight of certain facts but do not 
> underestimate their vision.
>
> Despite being blind they can still look forward to something and see 
> you next week.
>
> You may not always be able to make them see what you mean, but they 
> still are able to have their own view.
>
> They are not blind to their own faults, or to the faults of others.
>
> You can try pulling the wool over their eyes, but you may find that 
> very difficult.
>
> They are so good at what they do that they can do it with their eyes 
> closed but if they try to burn the candle at both ends, they may burn 
> their fingers.
>
> Their medium of writing is easily spotted, is not pointless, in fact 
> there is very much point in using Braille and it is outstanding.
>
> Blind people enjoy a social life. However, one must bear in mind that 
> if you take someone on a date, it will always be a blind date. If they 
> have too much alcohol they may get blind drunk.
>
> Be warned: their rage and fear will always be blind rage and blind fear.
>
> When walking down the street at a fast pace with a white object being 
> tapped about, they could be called hurricanes.
>
> An uneven pavement can be a real stumbling block.
>
>
> Blind alleys will not be too much of a problem.
>
> They never walk with blinkers on but they walk by faith and not by sight.
>
> If you were to come across blind people from Venice they would 
> probably be called Venetian blinds.
>
> They are not allowed to drive, but it might be possible, provided they 
> stick to blind rises and go round blind corners. Blind spots would not 
> present a problem for them and at night they will not be blinded by 
> the lights of other vehicles.
>
> These are blind facts but I hope that no-one finds the subject too 
> touching and do not be as blind as those who will not see.
> Perhaps all this has been an eye opener to someone. May we all not 
> lose sight of the fact that we are living in the age of so-called 
> enlightenment where visionary leadership is very important and where 
> care must be taken not to be blinded by things that are unimportant. 
> Hopefully all this has provided some light relief.
>
>
>
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Returning from National Convention this piece ws especially fun. Thank you.