There is an old adage that when one door closes, another door opens. This has happened so many times in my lifetime. When I graduated from college with a teaching degree, I envisioned my entire life as a teacher. But instead I have gone through many doors that led to being a graphic artist, nursery owner, public speaker, and a planter of a forest of over 5000 trees. Who would have dreamt?
Losing my sight has permanently closed one door after another and has turned my life upside down. The tricky part has been learning to stop pounding on the closed doors. Having a needle in hand has been the constant joy all my life, and I thought I would never stop grieving over losing it . But there has been a recent change here which I will blog about later.
Other passions such as cooking and gardening are still doable but are greatly modified. I have found I also dearly miss writing my blog. I loved the connection with all who read the ups and downs in my world. So I am still pounding on that door. I really think if I can master the right technologies and with a little editing help from friends, I could do it.
I struggled for months with the text reader (Narrator) on my computer, and although I haven't mastered it I am using it all the time. Now I am trying to get a dictation feature working with my word program and hoping to get everything in sync. In closing this first blog in over a year, I must add that some interesting new doors have opened and I hope to share those.
Notre: I'm ab;e to post because of the wonderful; support and encouragement from the Lilac Ciry Services for the Blind.
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8 comments:
Gerry! Congratulations!
It's so nice to have the chance to read your blog again. I missed it. Your writing is always very enjoyable, meaningful and fun.
I love your resilience in keeping some doors open. Way to go!
Thank you, Gerry! I'm looking forward to your next post.
It is so good to see your post!
OH!! So good to see you posting again. I looked for you several times, but about decided you had retired. You make me feel at home in your blog. Thank you for returning home.
Can't wait to read your future blogs!
I am so happy to see your post! I know you don't know me, but have enjoyed your blog for years. Thank you. Jane Raymond
I'm glad you're back NuMom
Gerry, I'm so happy you're back! I always enjoy reading your blog and thankful you've been able to continue. I know it must be a challenge and thank you for persevering for us. Look forward to reading more!
Sass Barton
It's good to have you back! My mother had macular degeneration too, so I have some understanding of your situation. Mom knit through arthritis, but the loss of her sight ended her knitting. She was never computer literate, but managed to learn to operate the special player the CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind) sent her, so she could listen to audio books, as reading was another great passion for her. I'm thankful you are on adventures with new technology to help you as much as possible, and I look forward to reading your posts when they arrive in my feed.
It is so wonderful to have you and your wonderful ideas and work back! Thank you for taking the time and effort!
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