tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75026197275291350212024-03-18T15:07:21.297-04:00Donna JodhanAdvocating Accessibility for AllD. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.comBlogger2026125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-38125115476671250342024-03-15T08:00:00.001-04:002024-03-15T08:00:00.257-04:00A precious gift: Holy water from Pearl<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGmb9BJFGUwnzYhFgFUCRYux5WyuV8nLVP2Q63BqdrVT75sUFPgs5WgD1UOFK2Y4xGKZY5h88QE05dzA1B_OcyMAKFAJzWs8-9nm5iYleHXsFQq4eEkOzacRSmEnaPa3h14y-pzvMnpLI2PTmVnRZg31ENjLLq6_ORyzqnRs3lF_yNzOrhzPnHKXf4UIM/s4000/altar.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGmb9BJFGUwnzYhFgFUCRYux5WyuV8nLVP2Q63BqdrVT75sUFPgs5WgD1UOFK2Y4xGKZY5h88QE05dzA1B_OcyMAKFAJzWs8-9nm5iYleHXsFQq4eEkOzacRSmEnaPa3h14y-pzvMnpLI2PTmVnRZg31ENjLLq6_ORyzqnRs3lF_yNzOrhzPnHKXf4UIM/s320/altar.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>This was such a wonderful gift to receive and Pearl was so very kind to bring it to me. I hugged the precious bottle close to me and thanked Jesus that I had such a good friend in Pearl.<br /><br />I will use this precious water to sprinkle around my home and to bless myself. In these troubled times one can never be too generous when it comes to finding ways to protect themselves from such things as temptation, evil, and unwanted invasions of evil.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /> <p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-63608297501226229602024-03-14T08:00:00.001-04:002024-03-14T08:00:00.362-04:00My constant Mom! Mother Mary <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbPWERBaXC-t3xcrEdrXU88Hx_YJhRXOGdckamgUpbGJg_nteOsleomoZhUcMg2LUE21OQbOdTKX6NnESG1P-LowcIIUt-i9UwW-chTfVOtzjd_DlXOSDVCUVytJ9Fh1nuSCrCui4zZHL3qCp4_v2lk2bITVbPt4M3T1lmnVdnp596NzUIoO5DgGyo7o4/s1000/Fatima.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="666" data-original-width="1000" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbPWERBaXC-t3xcrEdrXU88Hx_YJhRXOGdckamgUpbGJg_nteOsleomoZhUcMg2LUE21OQbOdTKX6NnESG1P-LowcIIUt-i9UwW-chTfVOtzjd_DlXOSDVCUVytJ9Fh1nuSCrCui4zZHL3qCp4_v2lk2bITVbPt4M3T1lmnVdnp596NzUIoO5DgGyo7o4/s320/Fatima.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>She is the one that I constantly call on in good times and in bad times. She is my constant companion and I am referring to the Mother of Jesus.<br /><br />I know that we all have ones that we go to for better or worse but Mother Mary is my number one go to.<br /><br />In times of uncertainty, I call on her. In good times I share my news and at the end of the day I say good night to her before entering slumber land. <br /><br />And I truly enjoyed my time in the garden of the Church of the Epiphany when Pearl and I sat quietly enjoying being close to Mother Mary’s statue.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /> <p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-77697740865588246272024-03-13T08:00:00.001-04:002024-03-13T08:00:00.136-04:00Easter is almost here once again! Sorting the contents of my Easter parcel<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAC7PYa6mMqCUXVraL0VQiilZbDm5D-5wuOFZ3rLx8jOa9ptLtV_aESZlZXDdQ5Fhboia4A89jotn5owMDxOvBlfpvRvdVbfarJ9oeVL-NsKxliwO1RSQ1bEIj_NIxsfHn2ZfsKLTFCgb1sJTJoPUxLhQNU48SUC-YD2HZZgKqsCoGvLWWQBgeJqmV_kQ/s4608/easter.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAC7PYa6mMqCUXVraL0VQiilZbDm5D-5wuOFZ3rLx8jOa9ptLtV_aESZlZXDdQ5Fhboia4A89jotn5owMDxOvBlfpvRvdVbfarJ9oeVL-NsKxliwO1RSQ1bEIj_NIxsfHn2ZfsKLTFCgb1sJTJoPUxLhQNU48SUC-YD2HZZgKqsCoGvLWWQBgeJqmV_kQ/s320/easter.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div>Ah, yes. This was Easter 2023 and Mom and I were spending it together. What a treat for me and I had ordered some special stuff for Easter.<br /><br />Gingerly and carefully I sorted the parcel that I received from the States. There were so many little trinkets for me to sort and put into some logical order. A bag of crystals. Massage oil and body oil. A nice red leather wallet, and tiny bottles of sweet fragrances.<br /><br />I treasured each little trinket and thanked God that I was able to treat myself to these.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-66609752589499273782024-03-08T08:00:00.001-05:002024-03-08T08:00:00.151-05:00Much appreciated: A clean fridge<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkpt8vY-sYb6qi0np7Tdlq-IXNx5H7qnqBryLkxmzdXKV5fbnLc85ZWirOTSvCY9e08jCK550vB1u4vEUv5Hy0qdHcEX8DLBn4uyvUODLabMMLyYorTTVM4z6bFebuoGcK_NrPtFmAlaM63hcijHrrdqgIbfHjGHF67bSbS2nUSZWjj3QbymIYxgIhlZI/s1500/freezer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1082" data-original-width="1500" height="231" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkpt8vY-sYb6qi0np7Tdlq-IXNx5H7qnqBryLkxmzdXKV5fbnLc85ZWirOTSvCY9e08jCK550vB1u4vEUv5Hy0qdHcEX8DLBn4uyvUODLabMMLyYorTTVM4z6bFebuoGcK_NrPtFmAlaM63hcijHrrdqgIbfHjGHF67bSbS2nUSZWjj3QbymIYxgIhlZI/s320/freezer.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>And this is exactly what I came home to after my trip. A sparkling clean fridge, thanks to my Super, Nick, and his wife Lilee. The shelves were so very clean and the fridge was so well and neatly repacked; just the way that I had left it. <br /><br />No need to fuss about knowing where to find anything. Just something less for me to worry about.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-45402834321807109612024-03-07T08:00:00.001-05:002024-03-07T08:00:00.130-05:00More than a mixed bag: The Pearson Airport agents <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLS4OtCITMV5Z7MmkJgXfiLh2DKFEyZ2GpbeqYAZ2Io3bZUg5iIIVoQnA2qCNCYhcdhqT1Av3SBawGVddzk95_LCZvWtgdnqwmC2jY37aphKj76EXqEp7nhuzS4cZNeLOvrHXyUdqzBA_bDMPl6WBxZydqwDJkY6bxWuG_OPv-nCnXUMzfkKWGq6h1P8E/s1600/airline.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLS4OtCITMV5Z7MmkJgXfiLh2DKFEyZ2GpbeqYAZ2Io3bZUg5iIIVoQnA2qCNCYhcdhqT1Av3SBawGVddzk95_LCZvWtgdnqwmC2jY37aphKj76EXqEp7nhuzS4cZNeLOvrHXyUdqzBA_bDMPl6WBxZydqwDJkY6bxWuG_OPv-nCnXUMzfkKWGq6h1P8E/s320/airline.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Well, I call this simply hit and miss! Sometimes there are fantastic airport agents at Pearson Airport’s terminal 3 and at other times? Well, the only way to describe these is to say that it is a horrible experience!<br /><br />The times when I am unlucky to encounter horrible agents are when these are the ones who either deliberately choose to ignore me when I attempt to engage with them or they simply do not care, choosing instead to brush me off. <br /><br />This is what happened on May 31, 2023. I had the misfortune to encounter agents who were rude, dismissive, and downright disrespectful. It’s just another challenge for me as a vision-impaired passenger.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-77027329901865623582024-03-06T08:00:00.001-05:002024-03-06T08:00:00.151-05:00Just another work around! Using tape to help identify <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizJ6RSoIKa9jr6BmzFHzfqxRjvjeC4SweSe3hPcvYN9EfeHQc34UG7vLhM42apGFu-he56pIsZ6CyIiMDVtwaq0V9wiTFuWI6HYcPvQSzrizIDoebuo8xEtKMz1whe9YK8qu8Ji6PbMFsd2FN3SDfNsY9nuGNUHmL9OnAI105A3E5ltyAEJXHM_srJtJI/s2592/fedex01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2592" data-original-width="1944" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizJ6RSoIKa9jr6BmzFHzfqxRjvjeC4SweSe3hPcvYN9EfeHQc34UG7vLhM42apGFu-he56pIsZ6CyIiMDVtwaq0V9wiTFuWI6HYcPvQSzrizIDoebuo8xEtKMz1whe9YK8qu8Ji6PbMFsd2FN3SDfNsY9nuGNUHmL9OnAI105A3E5ltyAEJXHM_srJtJI/s320/fedex01.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>It’s just another way for me to identify packages but I’ll tell you that means I need to remember more robustly. So, this is what I have done.<br /><br />I use pieces of tape to help identify. The number of pieces of tape signifies what each package is. However, I need to be more logical and orderly. It is not an alternative that I would really recommend except if there are just a few packages.<br /><br />For example: One piece represents a certain package. Two pieces represents another package and so on. Cumbersome you say? Admittedly, yes!<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-60131499844417854032024-03-01T08:00:00.001-05:002024-03-01T08:00:00.139-05:00A welcomed day! New plants for spring 2023<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDBQ_1HNNY5ISj6B7MW1wAZlYeHIrTQnvQcSu03drGwojL1-fE0eqy4F58oZDIOMLhE2SGU4MJYox7iQZ4-YCwL9GsjqiyUVPoqHw2F2lo46segn48GCqdcEX-gYNhd5cd1Z8WezL8r-CArcGU3DRhji72QOiLbqDNKKRvvyAQk_jdTctTDOqpdCQfLO0/s178/floers.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="178" data-original-width="178" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDBQ_1HNNY5ISj6B7MW1wAZlYeHIrTQnvQcSu03drGwojL1-fE0eqy4F58oZDIOMLhE2SGU4MJYox7iQZ4-YCwL9GsjqiyUVPoqHw2F2lo46segn48GCqdcEX-gYNhd5cd1Z8WezL8r-CArcGU3DRhji72QOiLbqDNKKRvvyAQk_jdTctTDOqpdCQfLO0/s1600/floers.jpeg" width="178" /></a></div>And once more I welcomed my new plants, thanks to Nick’s wonderful assistance. All I had to do was to tell him what colours I wanted and he did the rest.<br /><br />Nick went to the garden centre, chose my plants and then brought them back to my condo. Finally, he patiently planted them for me!<br /><br />This is an annual occurrence. Nick plants for me and then he and his wonderful wife clean my windows and balconies.<br /><br />Bless you Nick and your wife Lilee!<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-11802682817348547422024-02-29T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-29T08:00:00.136-05:00One more time! Rearranging my freezer and fridge<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoKJohllyIlupa67BBWSicihaPM1Reol8zRdkITx9CJdN-qFR62xKl9p64b893pB29G32GViHLzPTYF8tQyt4oCRcfq6YRlcf5qCSxBNCHzaZDOLNu7ijjdKZyES82MAawznOVdw7Vlr2HhJMDRLfcA9Jnj-2TZQBM6xqFxJnkxiAe2g-YqRy8MWYV3VI/s600/fridge.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoKJohllyIlupa67BBWSicihaPM1Reol8zRdkITx9CJdN-qFR62xKl9p64b893pB29G32GViHLzPTYF8tQyt4oCRcfq6YRlcf5qCSxBNCHzaZDOLNu7ijjdKZyES82MAawznOVdw7Vlr2HhJMDRLfcA9Jnj-2TZQBM6xqFxJnkxiAe2g-YqRy8MWYV3VI/s320/fridge.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>Every so often it happens and it is Mom who does the rearranging and repacking. At the end of the day my fridge and freezer are much neater and all I need to do now is to learn where she has put things.<br /><br />I have become more used to Mom’s regular events; she just loves to rearrange and repack. She does it patiently and with gusto while I just look on.<br /><br />Nothing for me to do but to wait until she is done and then I take time to relearn. <br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /> <p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-34529568112043438302024-02-28T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-28T08:00:00.159-05:00Boy, did I learn so much! Course is over<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf-hWe_NO8aA39BG7n1RwDY5sHS1P1rtPmDGJoNsFU8ESROGkp_JAFo2kLcvao06Pf34T-nWrRpLA0FS94wx6ztmnV6vcmMiMApo0gNpaPojk8F4nFWkYaDswlKHJfg7xtMevXby3ampufJzQzvoSofsMneNb1NhyBDep07lFGZnmiU6Y_x3uByCabxE4/s360/carr%20ctr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="360" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf-hWe_NO8aA39BG7n1RwDY5sHS1P1rtPmDGJoNsFU8ESROGkp_JAFo2kLcvao06Pf34T-nWrRpLA0FS94wx6ztmnV6vcmMiMApo0gNpaPojk8F4nFWkYaDswlKHJfg7xtMevXby3ampufJzQzvoSofsMneNb1NhyBDep07lFGZnmiU6Y_x3uByCabxE4/s320/carr%20ctr.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />And what a relief! From April 02 – May 19, 2023, I and 5 other students participated in the Carroll Centre’s SRUTT course and what a wonderful experience it was!<br /><br />I learned so much, worked alongside some great folks and at the end of it all? I certainly enhanced my technical knowledge. <br /><br />Above all, I had the pleasure to have had Nick Corbett as my head instructor. This unbelievable young man reminded me of the Energizer Bunny! He kept going and never seemed to tire out! He guided, advised, and taught with an unusually strong hand and committed spirit. <br /><br />Now it’s time to put my training to work and I cannot wait!<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-45204678556828828682024-02-23T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-23T08:00:00.148-05:00A mild surprise! Discovering an extra pair of shoes<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjHcBs15XPijwKTYDs9KWRKRP8_MGcy-qCCzU1yirACtLfcLgpjBSDKc4hVK7raS1x_DjCNzhJBk5rQmzAeByw7K72Wq_eMJ68NKY7P8kmDfAST0EoHrKQr4_Vbcaf-jawPEBaU_el2jXMgbJmGFgEjn5i3ZJRkEmTh2rWwrwYKhbgfl8gdjDktGnSPV8/s225/shoes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="225" data-original-width="225" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjHcBs15XPijwKTYDs9KWRKRP8_MGcy-qCCzU1yirACtLfcLgpjBSDKc4hVK7raS1x_DjCNzhJBk5rQmzAeByw7K72Wq_eMJ68NKY7P8kmDfAST0EoHrKQr4_Vbcaf-jawPEBaU_el2jXMgbJmGFgEjn5i3ZJRkEmTh2rWwrwYKhbgfl8gdjDktGnSPV8/s1600/shoes.jpg" width="225" /></a></div>I guess that I was not careful enough, eh? Ah yes, and there it was! An extra pair or another pair of shoes sitting in my tote on the floor of my closet. <br /><br />This means that I had to take all of my shoes out and then to re-identify and rearrange them. All in a day’s work.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /> <p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-66806976701511130152024-02-22T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-22T08:00:00.195-05:00A messy experience! When egg yolk fell on my clothes<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2j4EfIxGja4_dDQxnlt-_7h2sscpER8zRWrX37yqyBcOw-txjWQ_uruwjGE5SwfYo-Gd_hld8b6EbE4UZff-tblH2jRgf3aCoXdb-ojbYYlCToO9CeFJOUvZoQ0UBruFzywYPBzf9mBgptusZOC0DSHayYjstYlv7HeWG-3Z9ZypOP9jjBzzHp_wFjuY/s178/EATING.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="178" data-original-width="178" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2j4EfIxGja4_dDQxnlt-_7h2sscpER8zRWrX37yqyBcOw-txjWQ_uruwjGE5SwfYo-Gd_hld8b6EbE4UZff-tblH2jRgf3aCoXdb-ojbYYlCToO9CeFJOUvZoQ0UBruFzywYPBzf9mBgptusZOC0DSHayYjstYlv7HeWG-3Z9ZypOP9jjBzzHp_wFjuY/s1600/EATING.jpeg" width="178" /></a></div><br /> And oh my gosh! I only realized that it had fallen on my shirt when I felt something warm on my chest. As soon as I had investigated I discovered that the egg yolk from my fried egg had fallen on my shirt.<br /><br />These are the times when I describe it as a silent fall. No noise, no indicator, just the warmth of something on my chest. Just glad that Mom was there to confirm and to help me clean it up.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-36527986692484184762024-02-21T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-21T08:00:00.171-05:00Technology once more! Turning up the volume on my phone<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglR4sA1UgC28DfrMpds6Fw5qauVlsvdEGXTWw8IuaadBJiV3bd_1NZW5Brt3FFdStinjIHjlrbxk229NyTxd-BV3yYgFU8qxvJZl4qm57A6Hdu-m7q47zafCStCetCe_JYiz3PODvnrAafW-mFL_OHgqtx2ndpjutlIhzhMpEO4iRg1m4mOsNh-u8nE0Q/s1024/phone.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="945" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglR4sA1UgC28DfrMpds6Fw5qauVlsvdEGXTWw8IuaadBJiV3bd_1NZW5Brt3FFdStinjIHjlrbxk229NyTxd-BV3yYgFU8qxvJZl4qm57A6Hdu-m7q47zafCStCetCe_JYiz3PODvnrAafW-mFL_OHgqtx2ndpjutlIhzhMpEO4iRg1m4mOsNh-u8nE0Q/s320/phone.jpg" width="295" /></a></div>Looking back at this now I can only smile to myself as I recall. You see, I had to spend a few trying moments to find the volume button on my land line phone. All that I wanted to do was to turn up the volume.<br /><br />There I was, going through all of the buttons on my poor old phone before finding the right one. And if I had taken the time to be logical about it, things would definitely have gone more smoothly for me. However, on this particular day my patience seemed to have deserted me.<br /><br />After a few minutes I did find it and at the end of it all it was not as complicated as I thought it would be.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-27638199097462808022024-02-16T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-16T08:00:00.273-05:00Plant shopping with Mom: Seeking saucers for my plant pots<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY75N1esSb6HzF1oa5n2vyjgvJmRHX9vLk1Xa05TvoITiAqT5TpssaJJisSdbw8R2531lCjyaBUAQFug6MTvYXgz97u12yVh_j3wuJS9m_4wjdxsFrlyQzro_tglOwgyG0dZO0vmbVHXEINfs4_4pF7f_xLuWL1Hkf2H2wgW5Zeb5yfPLkkSVXEpaluaw/s178/plants.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="178" data-original-width="178" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY75N1esSb6HzF1oa5n2vyjgvJmRHX9vLk1Xa05TvoITiAqT5TpssaJJisSdbw8R2531lCjyaBUAQFug6MTvYXgz97u12yVh_j3wuJS9m_4wjdxsFrlyQzro_tglOwgyG0dZO0vmbVHXEINfs4_4pF7f_xLuWL1Hkf2H2wgW5Zeb5yfPLkkSVXEpaluaw/s1600/plants.jpeg" width="178" /></a></div>For the most part it is Mom who helps me to seek saucers for my plant pots. She is bound and determined to ensure that water does not spill onto my carpets and as a result she is very meticulous in how she goes about choosing them.<br /><br />Not only does she take great care to choose the saucers but she also buys sheets of thick plastic to place under the saucers. This way, the water will not spill onto the carpet and I can tell you that, as a vision-impaired person, it is paramount that this does not happen because it would be very difficult for me to know unless I stepped into the water.<br /><br />Of course, I could always be extra careful myself each time I water my plants.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><br /> <p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-52921532732813939612024-02-15T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-15T08:00:00.184-05:00A total pleasure! Working with Shaun<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZwYzAF6FvV3gViRFYWCRjIk3u-DlHZ9hVF_ru_Grws_PqSNa42Sp0o8DvQ5SYOii8b5l_Y2nvNT0vYq1RXHWfgRlaFooQ1umBmziV-KkE2gD9m1ZMDvWgqaCx0d7WTb7n2h46fzKykZpchudJKp-T9Y3DZyJLEbbvooJy4iTd8IqERfETV3UJo6ROZ0s/s960/pottery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="960" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZwYzAF6FvV3gViRFYWCRjIk3u-DlHZ9hVF_ru_Grws_PqSNa42Sp0o8DvQ5SYOii8b5l_Y2nvNT0vYq1RXHWfgRlaFooQ1umBmziV-KkE2gD9m1ZMDvWgqaCx0d7WTb7n2h46fzKykZpchudJKp-T9Y3DZyJLEbbvooJy4iTd8IqERfETV3UJo6ROZ0s/s320/pottery.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Working with Shaun has sure turned into such a wonderful experience for me. Shaun is so very patient, kind, generous, and probably one of the most selfless persons that I have met.<br /><br />As a pottery instructor, I consider him to be one of the best. He has sure helped me to spark and stimulate my creative juices and my imagination. Together we have several unique pieces, ranging from Christmas plates to pinch pots and matching spoons. From plates and bowls to so much more.<br /><br />There is nothing more refreshing and exhilarating than to have the opportunity to work with someone like Shaun. He is always open to any and every suggestion that I make and he often enhances my ideas and redirects my thoughts. That’s my Shaun!<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-72897668699688911762024-02-14T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-14T08:00:00.278-05:00Times when I smile: Could not find Mom<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgocJQb43ph4f1vJ1QthAfHU7RvuOALoIqrU0tX9SAxMO3v3KXCdQncId2qzJPGsdpzNy1fG3zf5WHUVxugXE99wPlTWSFrF0Bva0lds887RT8b0OuKJRAd8RxhoN6CaiiFsq60Bixe5B9vwneW_NTE2J5xg0DqnvKNCoeV_qj1IcfyA5e5EMuJ_8cA2bc/s178/mom%20and.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="178" data-original-width="178" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgocJQb43ph4f1vJ1QthAfHU7RvuOALoIqrU0tX9SAxMO3v3KXCdQncId2qzJPGsdpzNy1fG3zf5WHUVxugXE99wPlTWSFrF0Bva0lds887RT8b0OuKJRAd8RxhoN6CaiiFsq60Bixe5B9vwneW_NTE2J5xg0DqnvKNCoeV_qj1IcfyA5e5EMuJ_8cA2bc/s1600/mom%20and.jpeg" width="178" /></a></div>It sure makes for interesting times whenever I need to find Mom. I sometimes do not know where she is and calling to her does not do the trick because she is hard of hearing and does not hear me. <br /><br />So what do I do? I need to go from room to room listening and calling and often using my sense of smell to try and detect her presence. Sometimes she would see me and call to me but if she does not then my treasure hunt continues.<br /><br />On this particular day she did not see me so I had to use my own techniques to find her. Eventually I did and she was sitting quietly in her recliner, working on her crossword puzzles.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /> <p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-36354642031179097302024-02-09T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-09T08:00:00.206-05:00She was my eyes: Following the Coronation<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSEnVP6bxSyRkSVPvPHDknhIQdU83zzVxhUU2zdNSUN3d7xHvbQIZLQTgSC592XXue7okJvTtuqqMiEf8Evs374yvlWmkIgq8Jc3e4fjAwhOPxY_nHJZnwue988B4xDcimRRs57MQyfSF2bq_PuDUdpDnVhYY8PU9uVzMl8sFj8Q8SIYEq9srssgL-vls/s4608/lillies.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSEnVP6bxSyRkSVPvPHDknhIQdU83zzVxhUU2zdNSUN3d7xHvbQIZLQTgSC592XXue7okJvTtuqqMiEf8Evs374yvlWmkIgq8Jc3e4fjAwhOPxY_nHJZnwue988B4xDcimRRs57MQyfSF2bq_PuDUdpDnVhYY8PU9uVzMl8sFj8Q8SIYEq9srssgL-vls/s320/lillies.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div>Following the Coronation on May 06 was a lot easier for me as opposed to the funeral for Her Majesty. Why? Because Mom was there to be my eyes. <br /><br />We woke early and sat together to watch the entire session. Mom was her usual self: describing, commenting, and listening as best as she could.<br /><br />I totally enjoyed having Mom as my commentator. I was able to better enjoy it all. Another memory to cherish forever.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-38671898356618679092024-02-08T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-08T08:00:00.132-05:00Falling silently: When the tooth picks fell<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAMQFbfhRaZ3OfkA2mknb1BJE231_3DiX23VqxNu2G_YnXCcnNfNDd5v1inQSwYbIo2orIrRNrAWP3PAId_waxtl00S5b-MMgnvbvugIFWSi6t3WY82f60Y2ecrq4B4Y1DDGPm64aKPDIFyRmMv49bm-Y9BWDjZ9AAis2zukI-EUn07RtoqctVORrUAyA/s178/bathrm.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="178" data-original-width="178" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAMQFbfhRaZ3OfkA2mknb1BJE231_3DiX23VqxNu2G_YnXCcnNfNDd5v1inQSwYbIo2orIrRNrAWP3PAId_waxtl00S5b-MMgnvbvugIFWSi6t3WY82f60Y2ecrq4B4Y1DDGPm64aKPDIFyRmMv49bm-Y9BWDjZ9AAis2zukI-EUn07RtoqctVORrUAyA/s1600/bathrm.jpeg" width="178" /></a></div><br /> Of course they did not make a sound when they fell onto my bathroom floor. The only indicator that I had was when I felt them slip out of my hand. Then I had to guess where they had fallen.<br /><br />Down on my hands and knees I went. I crawled around and luckily I located the tooth picks in short order. There were several of them.<br /><br />I counted them and then returned them to their little package. Not one of my favourite things to do. Those things that fall noiselessly to the floor are always a challenge to me as a vision-impaired person.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-20707214014107095862024-02-07T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-07T08:00:00.312-05:00Priceless and wonderful memories: At Metro with Mom<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWzu1nJCIED5v2Tp_PiabbtmhATx8YXH5CElwFhkkFH4QDooweEwqVBuvs72PQk88aOdPHFkSFDUg1vgNpFJks_AXW6zAHTFz1FCnKzWNYetFi1YCAfQ0hHKHdr_OS76yVTm3n2DeSeYNACZugNZ5S7dNHKJy8qPDsK6PwlygxEEuHuH01C5XAbDz2Y0w/s1020/metro.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="573" data-original-width="1020" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWzu1nJCIED5v2Tp_PiabbtmhATx8YXH5CElwFhkkFH4QDooweEwqVBuvs72PQk88aOdPHFkSFDUg1vgNpFJks_AXW6zAHTFz1FCnKzWNYetFi1YCAfQ0hHKHdr_OS76yVTm3n2DeSeYNACZugNZ5S7dNHKJy8qPDsK6PwlygxEEuHuH01C5XAbDz2Y0w/s320/metro.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>When Mom visited me in the late winter and early spring of 2023, she really enjoyed going to the Metro supermarket and just spending time browsing and buying. We would walk leisurely up and down the aisles and she would just enjoy looking at all of the merchandise on the packed shelves.<br /><br />Mom especially enjoyed roaming around in the meat section, the produce section, and then the deli section. She described everything that she saw to me and together we would choose. But I always allowed her to make the final decision.<br /><br />These are such priceless memories and will be forever burned in my mind and carefully stored in my memory bank. I was never sure when she would return to Toronto after the Covid shutdown but we have been given another glorious chance to enjoy our visits to the Metro supermarket.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-75916629030017246582024-02-02T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-02T08:00:00.158-05:00Memories forever! Losing my favourite bowl<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFe1s1Hea3Cukb7-AOXSkZ12CbOB2dK8Vx2ZLJfhgIBMzAC97k2fecme5qN9dah4qKFSs2RjSf1uQ0Z3T-E4cNDG_Bcxo9R_bH92qkJDCjaIay9U1XofjupNnQrhMh3VgeqTsR7tliRWA0qmbIxnZI3FbdVOm2HZInjPLooB_FnRK1lXmYdErh_uN00ik/s1300/red%20bowl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="746" data-original-width="1300" height="184" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFe1s1Hea3Cukb7-AOXSkZ12CbOB2dK8Vx2ZLJfhgIBMzAC97k2fecme5qN9dah4qKFSs2RjSf1uQ0Z3T-E4cNDG_Bcxo9R_bH92qkJDCjaIay9U1XofjupNnQrhMh3VgeqTsR7tliRWA0qmbIxnZI3FbdVOm2HZInjPLooB_FnRK1lXmYdErh_uN00ik/s320/red%20bowl.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>After all! Good things cannot last forever and this was the case with my favourite bowl. I'd had this large plastic red bowl since I was a student, which was a very long time ago, and it had served me well in several different ways. <br /><br />As a mixing bowl, as a salad bowl, and as a bowl in which to soak my small clothes. I had treasured my large red plastic bowl for so many years. Then one day it started to split its sides. I kept using it until I could not any longer. Then it was time to say so long.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /> <p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-84152928473968090362024-02-01T08:00:00.001-05:002024-02-01T08:00:00.152-05:00Thanks Mom! Which haircut is the better one?<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHf3bCr20_M_9pOKgqDjGf3fFMOIbZYPqZpPKllsI6HnQj9bCG3OrWbPTvQx1klYaSnfCaH3nDYvHenokNHAUbbaVGd4SdVjWdZxmRzNNxtp2yLJNdDXz9wv7VmQiaOL00U_uSa4cfsHZf71xkJyy4x0XPU1fKmHGcoNFl-wbjwcYqH1EODFB-9EkUCss/s640/haircut.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHf3bCr20_M_9pOKgqDjGf3fFMOIbZYPqZpPKllsI6HnQj9bCG3OrWbPTvQx1klYaSnfCaH3nDYvHenokNHAUbbaVGd4SdVjWdZxmRzNNxtp2yLJNdDXz9wv7VmQiaOL00U_uSa4cfsHZf71xkJyy4x0XPU1fKmHGcoNFl-wbjwcYqH1EODFB-9EkUCss/s320/haircut.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /> It never fails! Every now and then I need to ask someone with vision to check out my hair cuts. This time it was a good thing that Mom was on hand to help me out. Unfortunately, the haircut in question was not done properly. <br /><br />The hairdresser had cut my hair too short and had made a mess of my hair. So Mom had to compare this hair cut to the previous one and she determined that the previous one was the better one.<br /><br />This is probably one of the more interesting challenges for me. That is, to determine whether or not my hair cut is a good one. I can naturally feel the length of my hair and check to make sure that my part is in the right spot and that I still have my hair peaking on both sides. Thereafter, I need sighted assistance to check off the rest for me.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-11313177822314391062024-01-31T08:00:00.001-05:002024-01-31T08:00:00.138-05:00Caught off guard! When the shoes mucked up my carpet<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD3Q-7PA048fRtcf-qH3PVdXpuYwCKCo-n6Ia0I2W6m9hK0SrztQQG9viq1kguRxv36xz8akUBv0KDS0Yyj4pCnBhmJGz7IzVdU-eq_FwMnY2rPNCjQ_ANnpvMjR9wmfJGngTWZiPVZ8l0ihtgxXRMH9uaO9Mv-FPzwALD7JFP-GjVlFBW_KU4qfu9YyE/s225/shoes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="225" data-original-width="225" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD3Q-7PA048fRtcf-qH3PVdXpuYwCKCo-n6Ia0I2W6m9hK0SrztQQG9viq1kguRxv36xz8akUBv0KDS0Yyj4pCnBhmJGz7IzVdU-eq_FwMnY2rPNCjQ_ANnpvMjR9wmfJGngTWZiPVZ8l0ihtgxXRMH9uaO9Mv-FPzwALD7JFP-GjVlFBW_KU4qfu9YyE/s1600/shoes.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>What a unique experience this was and thank goodness that Mom was there to notice it all. Or else for me, as a vision-impaired person, it would have been very difficult to realize.<br /><br />We were getting ready to go out and Mom suddenly exclaimed that there was black stuff all over the carpet in my dining room. At first I could not fathom what it could be but then I began to feel something under my shoes as I walked on the carpet. I bent down to examine my shoes and sure enough! The soles of my shoes were coming undone in both sides of my shoe. The rest was easy to figure out.<br /><br />The rubber from the shedding soles spilled onto my carpet. Good thing that Mom’s quick observance picked up on this. Ah, yes! Another challenge for me as a vision-impaired person.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /></p><p><br /></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-89764323672776978022024-01-26T08:00:00.001-05:002024-01-26T08:00:00.139-05:00Technology at work! Keeping Mom abreast of her garden<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzj_nBU9j7Bfph8rdnBw-0YXP1uQG6tSSslOf-vDjpJbSle-saujQWsCQr4Jd0nSZHpXLHx9LQmOB_cm_gIEfce0WxUfjYSwINR7AHv4R_Kr-dlmBr0LtEiNpbkS26n8ZiQiEg9F6kG0pjMiF8h9pKGdhK_wC_s2KVUVcUd5zvzL4cpES2Ht0g9-1yEKM/s5312/mom's%20lillies%20june%2012%202021%2001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5312" data-original-width="2988" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzj_nBU9j7Bfph8rdnBw-0YXP1uQG6tSSslOf-vDjpJbSle-saujQWsCQr4Jd0nSZHpXLHx9LQmOB_cm_gIEfce0WxUfjYSwINR7AHv4R_Kr-dlmBr0LtEiNpbkS26n8ZiQiEg9F6kG0pjMiF8h9pKGdhK_wC_s2KVUVcUd5zvzL4cpES2Ht0g9-1yEKM/s320/mom's%20lillies%20june%2012%202021%2001.jpg" width="180" /></a></div>We have found a terrific way to keep Mom abreast of her garden while she is away, and how do we do this? Rather simple!<br />Carl and Ryan take pictures.<br />They email them to me.<br />Then I show them to Mom.<br /><br />This has all worked out so very well and Mom gets so much pleasure in seeing her garden from afar.<p></p><p>It is never too late to find a new way!<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><br /> </p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-45163261947920555652024-01-25T08:00:00.001-05:002024-01-25T08:00:00.270-05:00Slow and sure! Walking with Mom<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHTFwSOAgo9pNwOr5AQQENUXLq8RwWgxCSgcoxbaE4HdeWkYmfGrnlESjqPmEnaH94PT0Ey0eBKQYAeCceHhWcG9knKK9Vnx_gwlvi0Jc1FX7R8H1FHSURKNEO7HcQ6ibXIAbgnepyFHn6oz6EtuFU9dlM4cyqFF2YYaRsFdV9E68_0GFpSN_fZ-c0jWg/s178/mom.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="178" data-original-width="178" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHTFwSOAgo9pNwOr5AQQENUXLq8RwWgxCSgcoxbaE4HdeWkYmfGrnlESjqPmEnaH94PT0Ey0eBKQYAeCceHhWcG9knKK9Vnx_gwlvi0Jc1FX7R8H1FHSURKNEO7HcQ6ibXIAbgnepyFHn6oz6EtuFU9dlM4cyqFF2YYaRsFdV9E68_0GFpSN_fZ-c0jWg/s1600/mom.jpeg" width="178" /></a></div>It is all about: easy as she goes. Nice, slow, and gentle! Telling myself that Mom and I will be just fine!<br /><br />Mom is so very patient and I just need to follow her lead. She is so understanding, gentle, and always ready to try something new.<br /><br />We both need to be confident and positive. Smile as we walk and keep talking to each other.<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-70498792358390353262024-01-24T08:00:00.001-05:002024-01-24T08:00:00.135-05:00Dealing with those whose first language is not English<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkkT-Utq8NHRfucVIFDD1yHisP2_V1WW2CKH22EoO8Q4o8WyjauJH2KnnH2TDNlj7wkFzuqw82UuU4MaQN7rtRHjpkiTzEwRt3J-wrEBmqt43S9IBxtSYQftvQy134h7YL4JQ8PAu0i-n-kP9xztorXmG0ibbLF0EMEUVG78wXxpa10CY6yN3uaF6Dn9g/s178/covid%20recover.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="178" data-original-width="178" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkkT-Utq8NHRfucVIFDD1yHisP2_V1WW2CKH22EoO8Q4o8WyjauJH2KnnH2TDNlj7wkFzuqw82UuU4MaQN7rtRHjpkiTzEwRt3J-wrEBmqt43S9IBxtSYQftvQy134h7YL4JQ8PAu0i-n-kP9xztorXmG0ibbLF0EMEUVG78wXxpa10CY6yN3uaF6Dn9g/s1600/covid%20recover.jpeg" width="178" /></a></div><br /> I really do my best to understand and to communicate with those whose first language is not English and I can tell you, during the Covid years wearing a mask made it so much more difficult.<br /><br />Now that Covid is over, I need to put the extra effort in to ensure that my communication is understandable and that I can also understand. But Covid may not be as over as we would wish so the effort continues. I just need to listen more carefully, be a bit more attentive, and of course, be more patient!<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /><p></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502619727529135021.post-10190498897295957862024-01-19T08:00:00.001-05:002024-01-19T08:00:00.128-05:00Remembering my beloved granny: Granny was a giant<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnlGRhXZxeXwdSGDefESvv4m5llHnJg8qee_S0T5G8COJihq3aiIgNruT4lZn54mOdqe7qLXz8juh2UwBHUbu97a8vB9vt_qgo92jla7Vwix2SCD5eqdDvZQeRMfnutc1otF7urlkGwkcZLUtYW9bw-Nbyr8S-ES1LeEQoCXoY_6zL-5vPBsTcY7Jiop4/s1920/gtanny.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnlGRhXZxeXwdSGDefESvv4m5llHnJg8qee_S0T5G8COJihq3aiIgNruT4lZn54mOdqe7qLXz8juh2UwBHUbu97a8vB9vt_qgo92jla7Vwix2SCD5eqdDvZQeRMfnutc1otF7urlkGwkcZLUtYW9bw-Nbyr8S-ES1LeEQoCXoY_6zL-5vPBsTcY7Jiop4/s320/gtanny.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div>And how many times every day do I remember this? <br /><br />Yes! My beloved granny was a giant! She was wise! She was insightful! She was innovative and creative!<p></p><p>Above all? She never flinched when it came to teaching me and helping me as a blind child!<br /><br />Hats off to my granny!<br /><br />I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award-winning, sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor wishing you a terrific day.<br /><br />If you would like to learn more about me as a sight-loss coach and author then I invite you now to visit <br />http://www.donnajodhan.com<br /><br />There you will not only learn about me as a sight-loss coach and author but you will also gain insights into my campaign against bullying and why I strongly believe that you need to consider joining me in order to insure that the future of our kids with their wide-eyed smiles and infectious laughter is secured forever.<br /><br />Follow me on Twitter @accessibleworld and @author_jodhan<br />And like me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/donnajodhan and at <br />www.facebook.com/authordonnajodhan<br /><br /></p>D. Jodhanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08129562615674924371noreply@blogger.com0