Something new: Becoming familiar with a new buffet

As for me, when it comes to buffets it all depends on who is assisting me. I always have an idea which friend to ask when attending a buffet.

When it is a new buffet it is important for me to make sure that the right person with me.

Each friend or family member does things differently for me and I just need to ensure that I am able to adjust.
It is always a new learning experience when attending a buffet.

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Never a dull day: New experiences

 I can only describe it like this. Each time I visit Mom and stay with her for a while, the experiences are each new, unique, and filled with so much learning.

Mom and I have never really discussed her inner feelings since she fell in June, 2023, and I recognize that this must be so very trying and tormenting for her.  However, she has borne it all with dignity, patience, and a positive outlook.

She is always so very pleasant when she wakes up in the mornings, looking forward to the day ahead.
She accepts her limitations each night before she goes to bed.
She prays all of the time and this is what keeps her going.

Yes, that’s my Mom!

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New adventures: Assisting Mom with a new task

It is always such a privilege and pleasure whenever I get to assist my precious Mom with a new task.
It could be anything from doing the laundry to helping her in her garden.
It could be helping her to retrieve her dresses or help to pack things in her cupboards.
It could be anything from helping to fetch things from her fridge or freezer.
It could be anything from helping her when she decides to do some cooking.

So much to help Mom with and never a dull moment. We work together and we laugh together!
She uses her walker so very well.

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Irritants: Those feisty lizards

 

These stubborn little critters are not just stubborn!  They are very bold, persistent, and have no problem pestering anyone and everyone around them.

They come out mainly at night and make irritating noises. In order to stop them I either shout at them , raise my hands, or clap loudly. They stop immediately but here is the problem! They resume their noisy irritation after a few minutes.

What to do? I am still thinking.
 
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A fulfilling experience: The stand-in care giver

That’s another name that I have given to myself. Whenever any of Mom’s care givers are unavailable, Donna the care giver is ready.

I help Mom with whatever she needs to retrieve. I help her with the laundry and I am her assistant whenever she desires to cook.

I enjoy it all but I know that it is just for a short time. I love fetching her newspapers, putting away her tray table, fetching her pills, and oh yes!  Sharing snacks with her!

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Careful as she goes: Emptying the water bucket

All that I can say is, easy as she goes. The water bucket at Mom’s home is being used to collect water whenever Mom’s ceiling leaks after a rain shower. So, here is how I conduct my business.

I place my slippers directly in front of the bucket to accurately mark the spot where the bucket is. Then I carefully lift the bucket and walk slowly with it for emptying.

Next I return the bucket to its place making sure to place it in front of my slippers.

I am happy to report that this strategy works like a charm.

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A funny moment: When the empty water bottle scared me

 

Looking back now I can only smile to myself. It was a lighter moment for me.

When I went to sit in my usual spot close to Mom’s chair, I heard something creak and felt something move! I scrambled out of my chair and stood still.

I started to ask Mom what was going on but soon realized that it was only an empty water bottle. What a laugh!
 
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Challenging times: Wi-fi woes

These woes continue at Mom’s home. Whenever the Internet acts up then so does Mom’s TV.

We are both very patient and have become used to these bumps in the road.

I don’t think that there is very much that can be done whenever glitches occur.  Just best to go with the flow.

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Limitless fun! Around the kitchen with Mom

My moments of roaming around the kitchen with Mom are absolutely priceless

I wait patiently for her to tell me that she wants to do something. Then she rises out of her chair and holding tightly to her walker, she moves quickly to her kitchen and there begins our adventures.

I follow very closely behind her and listen attentively as she gives me instructions. I go to the cupboards to fetch whatever she wants. I go into the fridge and the freezer to retrieve whatever she wishes. Then together we get things done.

Mom knows exactly what she wants to do and I am just the second in command. Her instructions are very clear and direct. I chop, wash dishes, hand her things, and stand close to her. I cut vegetables, retrieve utensils out of her drawers, and wipe down her island and her sink.

She toodles around with her walker and boy, oh boy is she ever very precise. Mom knows where everything is and is very determined to ensure that things are placed as she wants them to be. What a Mom!

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Mom and I at work! Doing laundry with Mom

 

We now have this down to a routine.

Mom and I walk to her laundry room and there, before our adventure begins, I place our dresses in the washer’s tub.  I turn on the tap.

Then Mom turns on the washer. Next she pours the soap into the tub. All is ready for action.

We then go out onto her patio to sit and chat. After the laundry is finished we return to the laundry room and then together we remove the dresses from the washer.

We meticulously hang out the clothes and finally our adventure is complete. I am just happy to be a part of this very precious moment.

All is done after the dresses dry and then I remove them from their hangers and bring to Mom for her to fold neatly.
 
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Comfy and cosy! My favourite little corner

Whenever I visit Mom I do, indeed, have a favourite little corner.

Each morning I sit in a rocking chair in her master bedroom and there I spend about half an hour, reading the prayers of the day, checking on my emails, then to the BBC news, CBC news, then to Facebook, and finally to check on my Canadiens hockey team.

I usually start my day at around 4 a.m. when the house is very quiet. I can hear the birds waking up and some of the workers preparing for the day.

I can smell some early cooking emanating from close by eateries and restaurants.

Oh, yes!  Just sitting in my favourite little corner to start my day!

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A new experience: Ordering lunch at the mall

It is now the new way of ordering lunch at the mall.  It’s busy but orderly. The servers are quite friendly and we just need to ensure that we choose what we want to.

Things have really changed. Now with Mom and Moya going together and Gayle and I walking together. It used to be Mom and me but now that she needs a wheelchair to travel around, it is different.

It is still fun!  Everyone choosing and then we all sit down together at a nice big table to eat and chat.
 
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Davia and I at practice: What about my piano?

 

At the end of the day I feel that I could have done more to play my piano keyboard while visiting Mom. Thank Goodness for Davia’s gentle persona and patience.

I played some days with Davia listening and coaching and I played Christmas carols. I played about 17 all together.

Davia and I had lots of fun doing this and I plan to play again when I return.

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I always know where she is headed: Mom’s walker

 

It is so very easy for me to track Mom whenever she gets out of her chair to do something. The walker makes enough noise so that I can hear her as she moves.

Easy as she goes. Her steps are gentle and measured. She even has a sort of rhythm to her steps. The walker is sturdy and steady as she goes.

I really appreciate the noise that it makes.

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Just making sure: Arranging my meal on the dining counter

 

This continues to be a very interesting experience each time I visit Mom. Her care givers serve me my meals on the dining counter. Each care giver does it differently.

Three of them tell me each time my meal is served but they each lay out the meal differently.
The fourth one never tells me when she serves it.

The main thing for me to do, before I start eating, is to make sure where everything is. That way I don’t have any unnecessary accidents.

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There's a technique to this: Centering the fan

 

As I learned that night, it was a very interesting task to ensure that the fan was correctly centered so that Mom could enjoy the fan’s breeze. Just like how Mom’s care giver did it for me so that I could stay cool while working at Mom’s home.

I tried to do the centering on my work table but just did not get it quite right.
I started by going back and forth from table to chair but at the end it was Mom’s care giver who got it just right for me.

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Good old memories: In the mall again

 

Boy oh boy, I just cannot remember the last day I took a nice leisurely walk through this particular mall. What a treat and in very good company!

Mom in her wheelchair with Moya in attendance and Gayle and I walking together. It was a lovely day for doing this.

We shopped and then had lunch in the food court.

It felt so very good to simply have a relaxing few moments.

I just cannot remember the last time that I could do this. Everyone was in good spirits.

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Refreshing! Going shopping for new glasses

I just cannot remember the last time that I went shopping for glasses. Maybe it was just before Covid when Mom bought me 2 pairs of glasses for my birthday.

We bought them at the Sears store at the Fairview Mall in North York. This time it was at a different mall. Mom, Gayle, and Mom’s care giver Moya were all spectators as the wonderful ladies at the optical outlet patiently helped us to choose 2 wonderful pairs of glasses.

It did not take very long and at the end of it all?  These 3 ladies and the attendants managed to change my appearance. At the end of the day I was very pleased.

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My precious priceless Mom! Seeing Mom again

After six months I was back to visit my precious Mom! I raced up the steps to her home and Moya met me at the door.

Then I was walking quickly towards Mom's chair and she was crying with joy and so was I.

I would spend the next six weeks with her; chatting, laughing, watching TV together and so much more.

Mom never complained about her new status, instead choosing to tell me what she wanted to do, what she hoped to do, and so much more.

Her comments on things read in the newspapers were priceless.  Her words of wisdom were ever so welcomed and at the end of the day? She remained my precious and priceless Mom!

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He walked the walk with me! Saying so long to John Rafferty

 It was with a very heavy heart and a lump in my throat that day when I said my final goodbye to John Rafferty.

I have known John since 2009 when he first became the CEO of the CNIB. I first met him on a very cool spring day in 2009 when he invited me to visit him at his office to discuss an editorial that I had written about his becoming the first sighted CEO of the CNIB.

This was the beginning of a very fruitful friendship for me and if history judges him otherwise I will judge him as a dynamic, warm, welcoming leader who never turned me down on any idea. He always had time to take my phone calls and to visit with me.  He listened, and made me feel that my words mattered.

John was positive, pragmatic, and never ceased to share his worldly advice with me.

Now John is gone; walking out into a new, different world and I wish him the very best in his new endeavors.  Thank you, John.

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Pleased as punch! My pottery pieces

 

Oh, what a complete joy for me!  Just the ability to create any and everything through my pottery! I work with my pottery instructor, Shaun Kelly, who is simply marvelous. Together we discuss, imagine, and then Shaun puts the final touches to my imaginations.

We have lots of fun at the studio. We chat, imagine, and then my hands go to work.

Shaun makes me a nice mug of flavoured tea and shares cookies with me.

This is truly a great outlet for me to put my mind to work outside of work!

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Forever in my memory bank: Memories of trip 2024

What more can I really say?  Words cannot and will not ever describe everything here! From beginning to end, what a priceless, precious, and never to forget experience.

A river boat cruise always to cherish, and despite Jilla and I suffering from some sort of bug, it all just turned out right.

Great fellow travelers, great tour guides, great ship staff, and yummy and delicious food! Forever grateful! The sites, sounds, smells, and tastes! Never to forget.

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I can never repay you! Thank you, Jilla

I can never say enough thank you's to my dear friend Jilla. For the things that she has done for me!

Accompanying me on so many trips, guiding me through thick and thin, and always so mindful of my needs as a vision-impaired person.

Oh, yes!  Patient and kind, generous and so very gentle! What a friend and what a lady! Thank you, Jilla!

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A lifetime dream come true! The hot air balloon ride

 This was another dream come true for me! I don’t think that I had any expectations, so when it was all over, I sighed!  I thanked God!  And I stored this memory away in my memory bank!

I was never afraid as the balloon rose gracefully into the early morning Lucerne, Switzerland air. The sun shone brightly and the air was so fresh, pure, and cool!

I enjoyed our 2 staff members and cherished Jilla’s running commentary of what she was seeing.  Everything from white, black, and brown cows in the lush fields to people looking up at us and waving. Houses, churches, and other buildings.

The balloon cruised effortlessly at 5 miles per hour, 1,200 feet above ground and traveled for 12 miles!

Oh, what a dream come true for me!  I gazed skywards, prayed with gratitude and hoped that Dad, Granny, and Robs were looking down on me!

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Lessons to last forever: Anne Frank's house

What a most memorable visit it was for me.
I had always dreamed of being able to visit this famous young lady’s house and to be able to simply walk a few steps in her shoes. But truth be told, I got a lot more than I ever bargained for.

Thank God that Jilla was with me as her calmness and practical nature sure helped me to control my emotions.

We walked through Anne’s house and as I listened to the audio commentaries I could not help but lament what a shame, an embarrassment, and nothing but a horrible misdeed that such a terrible and deliberate circumstance was allowed to take place.

The future of a brilliant young lady was simply allowed to be taken from the world. No excuses and not any reasons for why this was allowed to happen.

Jilla and I walked, listened, and Jilla explained photos on the walls to me.  And at the very end? We walked out of there quietly and reflectively.  Each of us contemplating our own thoughts.

I came, saw, listened, and left understanding so much more about that time in history. I could only thank God that I was not a part of that terrible world at that time and I can only pray that this never happens again.

Thank you, Anne Frank, for having left us your diary.

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My sweetie! Ms Kahlua

She is such a sweet dog!  Furry, friendly, and always remembers me whenever I visit Jilla in London, England.

This past visit she learned very quickly that she needed to nudge me to let me know that she was standing beside me and that she wanted me to stroke her.

Kahlua is as fit as a fiddle! Jilla takes her for daily walks. She enjoys the park near her home and always receives treats from vendors.

She especially enjoys her sausages, but Jilla is very strict when making sure that she does not dive into the garbage bins.

Kahlua loves for me to rub her tunny.  She does not bark. She is a rescue dog! That’s my Ms Kahlua!

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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.

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Taking precautions: Careful when placing my feet

I continue to learn that I need to be very careful when placing my feet. Not just when walking on wet floors!  Whenever I am about to step onto an elevator. When I am about to step onto a cable car or any moving platform. Whenever I need to step onto any platform that is foreign to me.

Easy as I go. Concentrate fully and focus on where I need to place my feet.

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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Lingering memories forever: Travel 2024

And for 2024, it sure has been a busy travel time.
First to Montreal in April and such a wonderful trip.
A great first face-to-face meeting with the Air Canada advisory group.
Then the wonderful visit with Cathie and Chris and so many pleasant and memorable times.

Then, looking forward to my trip to the UK and to see Jilla, Angie, and Doug and Rowan, and to meet the newest member, Baby Noala.
And oh yes!  Must not forget Kahlua and Jilla’s neighbours and friends.
Then, blessed SR Bernadette.

It is going to be a wonderful time when Jilla and I travel to Europe to catch our  River Boat cruise on the Rhine. More travel after this when I visit Mom in August.

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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Welcome to my kitchen! The new girl in town

 

Oh yes, meet the newest girl in town!  She is my newest microwave and so far so good.
She is a talking microwave and extremely easy to operate.
All of the buttons allow me to carry out my regular functions.
She talks at the press of any of the buttons.
She is going to make a wonderful addition to my kitchen.

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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A must do! Packing the medications

I need to be super careful when I pack my medications. If it is a long trip, I put all of my diabetes related medications in a bag and in another bag I put my other medications.

If it is just a short trip, I repeat the same process but this time I put them in those handy dandy daily reminder containers.

I need to concentrate very deeply when carrying out these important tasks. One small glitch on my part or a simple mix up can get me into big trouble.  

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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A sad day for me! Saying goodbye to my faithful microwave

 I will say one thing for me and it is this!
I am very attached to each and every one of my gadgets and each and every one has been so very faithful to me.

This is what it was for my most recent microwave.
I had her for many years and she never faltered.
Of late she had begun to falter because she was not heating my food very well.
Yet, I persisted with her for as long as I could and then one day I decided to part company with her.
It was just so very sad.
I hugged her and held her close.
I stroked her smooth top.
Then, with a gentle tap I took her down to the recycle room.
Thank you, my faithful microwave.

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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I am so very privileged and humbled! Thank you Jesus and Mary

 

I have so very much to be grateful for!  
The best Mom in the world!
Best friends, good family, and good health!
What more can I ask for?

To have Jesus and Mary in my life sure helps me to live each day thanking them for my blessings!

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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Lucky me! Another milestone birthday

I won’t share with you why this one was a milestone birthday for 2024, but suffice it to say that without Mom with me it was very difficult for me.

Yes, the friends and well-wishers filled my day but when my Miracle Mom is not there to be with me it sure feels very unhappy for me. Nevertheless, I did my best.  I treated myself to some favorite things and spent time reflecting.

I am just so humbled and privileged that I have lived to celebrate another birthday. Happy birthday to me!

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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Reflecting with fondness: Looking back at Easter 2024

Easter 2023 was one where Mom and I spent it together.
We had such a happy and wonderful time.
Mom cooked and I helped her.
We bought Easter Lilies and the house smelled so fragrant.

Easter 2024 was very different for me.
It was quiet and very restful for me.
Mom and I spoke and I made sure that she was okay.
Then I cooked something nice for myself.

Easter 2024 was without Mom but I managed to make the best of everything.

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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Oh, my gosh! When I threw out the wrong thing

Looking back now I can only laugh about this but at the time I was not amused.
I can only blame my lapse in concentration on the fact that on this particular morning I was not feeling very well after having received a Covid booster shot the day before.

I was dizzy and woozy.  I just wanted to throw out some unwanted stuff and I instead threw out some marinated chicken breasts that I had in my fridge.

I had spent some time to marinate these large chicken breasts and was planning to cook them on the weekend.
Just imagine my surprise when I made the discovery.

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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Careful as she goes! Cleaning up a spill

 

This is no joke!  I really do not look forward to cleaning up those unexpected spills, big or small.
For the most part I can find them and clean them up but truth be told I am always fearful that I may have missed something.

Cleaning up glass or liquid is the most challenging for me.  Next comes those sticky spills.  However, I will say that all spills are often a challenge for me. Big, small, medium sized, on the counter or on the floor.
Ah, yes! Cleaning up spills!

I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly award winning sight-loss coach and accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
 
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

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.

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