Graphic created by AI Chat GPT If you are blind or have low vision you may think that you have limited choices when it comes to a career. I want to share that this is not true and that with the right access you can be successful in a wide variety of careers. In this … Continue reading My Journey to Become a Certified Salesforce Administrator with a Vision Impairment
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Reflections: Joy in the Breaking
Photo courtesy ofSermonindex.net There will be times in life for all of us when we will face hard times. When we face hard times it is important to have the right mindset and perspective. I am writing this to myself first as I really need this reminder right now and I hope it will encourage … Continue reading Reflections: Joy in the Breaking
Reaction to “Planes, Trains, and Canes” Season 2 Episode 2 | A Blind Traveler Explores Machu Picchu Peru
Society has many misconceptions about people who are blind or have low vision. One misconception is that they do not get out much and may not enjoy travel. I love the documentary series “Planes, Trains, and Canes” because it helps to disprove these misconceptions. This documentary series features Mona Minkara, a bioengineering professor who is … Continue reading Reaction to “Planes, Trains, and Canes” Season 2 Episode 2 | A Blind Traveler Explores Machu Picchu Peru
Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 15
Illustration is from the Canva Library We will often come upon many questions while on this journey through life. I find that the best place to find answers to these questions is in the Bible. I especially like to reference the book of Proverbs for life advice. Here are some life lessons I have learned … Continue reading Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 15
Spotlight: The Blind Kitchen
Disclaimer: This image was generated by AI (Chat GPT) Are you blind or visually impaired and love the idea of cooking but are afraid to try your hand at cooking up a great meal in the kitchen? Maybe you have been told the kitchen is dangerous and have been discouraged to learn or maybe you … Continue reading Spotlight: The Blind Kitchen
Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 14
Illustration is from the Canva Library Life will meet you with the unexpected most of the time and it is a wise thing to have a place to seek helpful advice. In my opinion the book of Proverbs in the Bible is an excellent place to find advice on various aspects of life. In this … Continue reading Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 14
March 2025 Favorites: Visiting Chicago, Attending a Wedding and More
I hope that you all have had a good month of March. Here are some highlights that I experienced in March. Favorite Christian sermon I listened to One of the sermons I really enjoyed was titled “Turning”, it was preached at Redeemer West Side Church. This message encouraged me to truly put God first in … Continue reading March 2025 Favorites: Visiting Chicago, Attending a Wedding and More
Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 13
Illustration is from the Canva Library The Bible has advice for every part of life. The book of Proverbs is one of the best places to look for practical advice. Here are the lessons I have learned from Proverbs chapter 13. 1. It is best for me to say less as saying too much at … Continue reading Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 13
Reaction to the Documentary Series “Renegades” from American Masters on PBS
Disabled people are rarely accurately represented in media and this has led to many misconceptions about people with disabilities. As someone who is visually impaired one of the reasons I started this blog was to bring attention to the fact that people with disabilities are just like everyone else and they make valuable contributions to … Continue reading Reaction to the Documentary Series “Renegades” from American Masters on PBS
Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 12
Illustration is from the Canva Library Today it seems that there are many advice columns and videos and podcasts to help you get through life. I have found that the best place to search for life advice for any situation is the Bible. I specifically like to look to the book of Proverbs. Here are … Continue reading Reflections: Life Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 12