Going back in time: Card games

It's funny how sometimes you seem to forget about some of those childhood games that you used to love and cherish while growing up. Or you simply do not have any time now for them.

This is how it is for me; unfortunate but true. When I was growing up, I used to play card games with my brother and cousins.

We used cards marked with Braille so that I could participate fully. I loved playing with my dad as well and he taught me so many games and tricks. So good was his coaching that I was even able to hold my own with my brother and cousins.

Then I grew up and it all went away, or I should say it disappeared on me. I still remember those happy days, however, and I have promised myself to return to my beloved card games some day soon!

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Cherished times: The playing cards

I still have memories of those childhood playing cards when I used to play with my brother, cousins, and Dad.  For me there was Braille on them so that I could play and then there were the special ones that my beloved Tanta Julie bought for me when she went on her trip to the United States.

The backs of those cards were red and I guarded and protected them so vigorously.  The only time that I played with them was when I was involved in games with the others.  Otherwise they stayed safely tucked away in my toys' cupboard.

Fast forward to so many years later and I seem to have lost track of them. They probably disappeared from my grasp without my even knowing it.  It sure bothers me that I cannot even remember what happened to them.

I have since had several other sets of playing cards. Some were bought at stores that sell stuff for the blind and vision-impaired while there was one particular set where my cousin, Brenda, helped me to put Braille on them thus making them available for me to play with.

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Learning card making by phone

I can tell you that thanks to my friend, Denise Sanders, I have now found a new way to be creative. Yes! It is all about card making and I am really enjoying it.

Denise and I have had several sessions via phone. She is probably one of the most patient teachers and she has once again shown that it is indeed possible for the blind to lead the blind!

You see, we are both blind and it has not stopped us from having so much fun with our card making hobby. Denise teaches and I follow her instructions. We exchange ideas and we allow our imagination to roam and wonder. I have so much fun with this wonderful lady and very good friend.

Thanks so much, boss, for having introduced me to this new hobby.

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Card making

My dear friend, Denise Sanders, introduced me to this concept late in 2014 and since then I have purchased the cuttle bug along with the necessary cards, various packages of different stickers, and the folders with the various designs on them.

This is going to be a new concept for me and something new to try. I am looking forward to it and thus far Denise has been coaching me via phone all the way from Kelowna.

Card making is going to give me the chance to use my hands, my imagination, but most of all, the opportunity to make special cards for special folks. Can't wait to get started.

Ah yes! Card making! Something new for me to try. Something new to learn! A new way to use my hands and sense of touch.

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There is no room in this world for bullying and each day we fail to take action against bullying it is another day that we allow others to bully us and our kids. Our heroes and role models are the ones who have made us proud; those brave young men and women who gave their lives for us in past wars and those who continue to do so. They are not the ones who choose to be racists and those who believe that their bad behaviour in public is acceptable.

I write and record audio mysteries that are being used at such events as murder mystery evenings as well as at public awareness and team building events. I promote understanding, tolerance, and problem solving and my audio mysteries continue to be broadcasted around the world and you can listen to them anywhere! On the plane or train! In the car or right there in your home! On your i device or computer!

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Could card making be for me?

A few months ago I managed to finally get all of the things that I would need to start my new venture of learning how to make my own cards. With the help of my dear friend, Denise (also known as the boss), I have managed to come a long way since then.

Some may think that as a blind person this may not be possible to do, but with a little perseverance and patience it can be done.

First you need the all important cuttle bug which is very heavy but portable enough. Then you need to learn how to navigate the cuttle bug. There are the flaps to pull down at both ends and the plates to familiarize yourself with.

Next you need to purchase the folders with whichever patterns you wish to have, the stickers of your choice, and finally you are ready to start making your own cards. Now you need to learn how to place the plain cards between the folder and straighten it out before putting it through the cuttle bug.

Denise has spent some time guiding me by phone. She is very patient and a very fun teacher. She knows exactly how to get me going. Denise is also blind so it does help me when she gives me instructions and certain reference points to look for.

I am really looking forward to becoming proficient at my card making.

I'm Donna J. Jodhan your friendly accessibility advocate wishing you a terrific day.

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This is a personal message from author Donna Jodhan
"Each time we raise our voice at someone else we are engaging in bullying! Each time we raise our hands to slap or punch someone else we are also engaging in bullying and each time we engage in actions to either manipulate or force someone else to do what we want we are also engaging in bullying!

There is no room in this world for bullying and each day we fail to take action against bullying it is another day that we allow others to bully us and our kids. Our heroes and role models are the ones who have made us proud; those brave young men and women who gave their lives for us in past wars and those who continue to do so. They are not the ones who choose to be racists and those who believe that their bad behaviour in public is acceptable.

I write and record audio mysteries that are being used at such events as murder mystery evenings as well as at public awareness and team building events. I promote understanding, tolerance, and problem solving and my audio mysteries continue to be broadcasted around the world and you can listen to them anywhere! On the plane or train! In the car or right there in your home! On your i device or computer!

Please join my campaign against bullying (CAB) by supporting my efforts to keep on writing and recording!
If you truly care then you will certainly dare!"