Winter in Minnesota has become a routine of sorts and for years I was proud to weather the frigid blasts of snow, ice, sleet, and hibernation. As Geppetto was to Pinocchio, I am to my wood projects, and over the last few years I have become passionate about creating one of a kind pieces. My[geographic location has begun to take a turn on my perspectives and as the cold winds begin to blow I can only think of down south as the place to go....
Since the rapid updating of the IOS software from Apple changes to the accessible program called VoiceOver, functionality has improved and become more compatible to unique individual users. Most Blind people using VoiceOver can access the iPhone right out of the box by triple clicking the “Home” button which by default activates the VoiceOver program. With a few trials and errors, one can begin navigating and using the iPhone and it’s...
If You Could Give Your Eyes... By Jeffrey Thompson @JThompson6835 If you could give your eyes... to those who won't see, and open their eyes, what a wonder it would be... for all to see... as you see. . Lonely is the vision... around those who won’t see. P.S. Nothing to do with Blindness? :) Then try applying for a job or walk the life seeing the needs of others. Some walk without seeing...and that has nothing to do with Blindness. Reach out...
@JThompson6835 I am using Siri on my iPhone five to write this post. It is interesting to use dictation with the expectation that it has the ability to do what you expected to do. However, sometimes it takes more time to correct what you have dictated. It is nearly impossible to know when why or where Siri will screw up. And, sometimes it dictates perfectly . But the thought of doing a post with Dictation is more of a curious factor for myself...
Good Training and Drive and the Super Blind Guy By Jeffrey Thompson @JThompson6835 I am not dependent upon anyone for my existence. I do have friends and family that assist me in particular activities when needed. Like, reading the label on the aquarium to let me know what kind of fish is the red one. Actually, the sales person could do that but never the less I find ways to carry on without a dependency upon others to make my world function. Am...
Introducing Guess Writer: Trevor Attenberg There was a wee commentary piece on National Public Radio a week or two ago, where a man discussed the prospects of technology geared towards providing sight for the blind. The typical business was reverently alluded to, including implanted telescopes in the eye; digitally processed electronic optic technology, some kind of echo-location sensory enhancement, and neuro-muscular regeneration. Nothing...
The American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) may have opened the doors a bit wider for those with disabilities creating opportunity and access by leveling the playing field. But with computer software making processes seamless and efficient for businesses the inaccessibility to operate the software keeps the blind from accessing the same opportunities given to those without disabilities While travel for the blind may impress those ignorant to...
This post is from George Wurtzel, a former camp Tuhsmeheta leader and board member. Serenity; Webster defines it as: The absence of mental stress or anxiety. I define it as: Night watch aboard the schooner, Inland Seas. Twenty-four folks from Camp T also experienced this during our July 2007 Adventure Sailing Trip on Lake Michigan. A week of hard work, exercise, and careful planning made us all anxious. Our anxieties turned to joy the moment...
By Robin L. Ennis, MSW, LSW Be careful of what you say; be careful of what you do… For every word spoken and action taken, has the potential to shape my day. I recently read an article that peaked my interest and caused me to think more about how one kind gesture from someone can mean the world to another. How many times have you been told to believe in yourself and/or others? To some, they may have never been told or taught to believe in...