Thursday, October 16, 2025
Yes indeed! The cold indoors!
When I start to feel cold, I reach for my favourite warm clothes and slip them on. Nothing too much to be concerned about.
Just for me to remember that every now and then these times will sneak up on me.
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Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Driving in bad weather: Lots of rain and bad weather
On this day, when Stephie and I drove to a medical clinic, this was the case. So much rain and poor Stephie could barely see her way.
I prayed very hard, kept talking to Stephie and thank goodness she is a terrific driver and did not panic. The good Lord was with us that awful day.
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Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Getting nice and comfy
There is nothing better than being able to get nice and comfy on a cold evening during the Christmas holiday season! When the wind is banging against the windows, snow is softly falling outside, and there is a warm crackling fire just waiting for you to come close.
You slip on a nice warm pair of socks, gather your favourite drink along with some Christmas cookies and then you find your favourite comfy chair and draw near to the fire.
Ah, yes! Just smell that crackling fire burning! Listen to it crackling, and now you are ready to just sit and either read a book or turn on your TV and switch to one of your favourite channels that is about to show a Christmas movie. Or maybe it will be a Christmas show.
Whatever it is, it is time to just kick back and forget about all of the bad news going on around you! Time to take some time for yourself! To just relax, recharge, and refresh! Time for you to say to yourself, “Well done” and now it is time to reward yourself for a year where you have worked hard to help make this world a bit better.
So now, just kick back and enjoy this evening! Watch the flames dance in front of you and savour your hot drink and Christmas cookies!
I'd like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas! Happy holidays! But most of all, a 2023 that will bring us lots of blessings, good things, and hopes and dreams to be fulfilled.
Merry Christmas!
Happy Holidays!
Joyeux Noèl!
Feliz Navidad!
Buon Natale!
Happy Hanukkah!
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Friday, July 23, 2021
Fun and not much fun: Dining out in the cold outdoors
It may be fun but at the same time when you are unable to feel your cutlery or you are forced to eat quickly because it is so cold, that's no fun.
This is what happened a few months ago when Stephie and I dined out. The wind was bitingly cold and it was blowing hard. Yet we persevered and managed to finish our meal in record time.
It was an early March day and we just wanted to go out there and enjoy some outdoor dining. Yes, it was a bit of fun but no, it was a bit uncomfortable. Ah yes! Just another experience.
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Friday, September 6, 2019
A historic day: At the Senate Standing Committee hearing
Friday, July 12, 2019
My new addition: Planting my new anthurium
After purchasing my lovely lavender plant, I decided to complete my plant purchases for spring 2019 with the addition of an anthurium plant. I was so happy to bring her home on a bitterly cold winter's day and after putting her into her new pot, I decided to place her in front of my patio door.
This was in late February of 2019 and fast forward to the end of May and she is thriving. Her leaves are thick and wide. She is spreading out and each day I pay her a brief visit to check on her.
I water her once weekly and I know that she will be with me for a very long time. She has enriched my home and it is always so enjoyable for me to have plants around me.
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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Not too happy: When the weather prevents me
Friday, April 12, 2019
Anxious times: Downtown at my Apple exam
Friday, May 25, 2018
Memories of good old England: Easter in England
Looking back on this particular time, I can honestly say that it was one of the finest experiences for me. I had the opportunity to learn so much more about my religion. I got to understand and learn so much more about the meaning of Good Friday and I was privileged to have been able to take part in those special Easter celebrations.
The nuns at the Grange were very kind to Celia and me. They included us in all of their events and we were treated so very well. It was a quiet time but I truly loved it and I am grateful for having had this opportunity.
The weather was a typical British springtime and the temps were just right. The birds were singing and the flowers smelled so heavenly.
We got more Easter eggs than we ever hoped for, from Uncle Lance and Georgie to Pat Quinn, Miss Chambers, and the nuns! I shall always remember!
I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advisor, wishing you a terrific day.
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There you will not only learn about me as an 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.
And now my weekly podcast!
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Friday, November 10, 2017
My perspective: Buses and buses
There are buses and then there are buses and for someone who is vision-impaired, I need to keep this in mind whenever I travel.
The city buses are usually a bit narrow with front and back doors for entering and exiting. The seats in my city are comfortable enough but there are some that face forward, others that face backward, single seats, bench seats, and then double seats. Then there are the poles for you to hang on to on those crowded days. Winter travel on these buses is made comfortable and bearable with adequate heating but in the summer the windows need to be opened to let in the fresh air. There is no air conditioning.
Then there are those buses that travel between cities: from city to city or even province to province. These are the more comfortable ones because of the length of their trips. They are equipped with bathrooms at the back of the bus and very comfortable seats. In the winter they are well heated and during the summer they are adequately air conditioned. No worries about not being able to find a seat.
These buses are clean, comfortable, and well maintained, just like the city buses. What is the difference between the two types of buses. you may be asking?
You never have to fight for a seat on the buses that take you from city to city or from province to province.
I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advocate, wishing you a terrific day.
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Friday, October 27, 2017
Always in my heart: The day I left Montreal
This is a day that shall forever remain firmly imprinted on my mind. Because it was the day that a small part of my heart died! The day that I said a sad and silent farewell to the place that I shall always call home! However, I promised to return as often as I could.
Ah, yes! Montreal! And as the Air Canada plane rose slowly into the air, I looked through the window and down at the rapidly disappearing city. Cars driving along the highway, homes looking like tiny dots, and snow and grass all intermingled as the day before we had had a terrible storm! My tears rolled swiftly down my cheeks as I looked down and increased as I looked upwards and outwards to see a pale blue fall sky looking back at me.
It was a typical fall day with the sun doing its best to smile and the biting fall air nipping at my clothes as I got into the car and drove with Betty Tate to the airport. Too late, no! I had made my decision but I knew that I would be back soon to visit!
So many memories that are forever stored away in my memory bank. So many things to remember and cherish! This is the city where I found myself and obtained my vision! Ah, yes! Pictures to fill my scrap books for a lifetime and beyond!
I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advocate, wishing you a terrific day.
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Thursday, October 26, 2017
Oh Montreal! My home forever! Remembering Montreal
Oh, my beautiful and beloved Montreal! Marvelous! Sweet! My heart shall forever belong to you and you shall forever remain in my heart!
This is the city where I discovered myself, both with functional and with little sight. I learned so much through you! I found myself and my identity!
From ice skating and snow banks to busy streets, stores, and restaurants! From lush green grass and blooming flowers to peaceful lakes and from summer to winter and spring to fall!
How could I ever forget learning how to navigate those metros with very little sight and then just standing there taking in all of those beautiful sights when I acquired my functional vision! Skiing with very little vision! Learning to play basketball and broom ball! Going shopping with my friends, especially Char, my best friend!
How could I ever forget the night when Marion promised me that when I received my new cornea she would take me to see the lights of Montreal and she never disappointed me! Those lights of the City of Montreal! How could I ever dare to forget!
The cold winter days walking to classes with my jacket zipped right up to my chin! The fall days walking among the falling leaves and listening to my feet crunching against them! The beautiful spring days enjoying the fresh air and fragrances of flowers as I walked and those long lingering days on a tandem bike or listening to baseball games on my radio!
This was my beautiful Montreal and shall forever be my beautiful Montreal!
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Thursday, December 1, 2016
Just trying to envision: Imagining the plane seeking a vacant gate
That is exactly what I had to do as I sat waiting for my plane to land in Toronto.
This had been a very long flight from Ottawa to Toronto and as we landed we were told that it would take a few minutes for the pilot to find a vacant gate.
Bad weather had played havoc with our flight and we had been delayed for over three hours at Ottawa's airport and we had to wait for the storms to blow by before taking off. Then, when we landed in Toronto, we had to wait for a free gate for the plane to be parked.
Most people sitting in window seats were looking out to see what they could see, but for me I had to use my imagination. Not sure how close my imagination came to reality but here is what I imagined.
A gigantic plane moving slowly along a huge strip looking for some sort of parking lot. Each parking lot is huge and in order for our plane to be able to enter the lot it has to ensure that there is no other plane there.
Everything is huge and looks so imposing but the pilot knows exactly what he is doing and we all need to be patient.
I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advocate, wishing you a terrific day.
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Friday, September 23, 2016
A great memory: At the photo shoot
In May 2016 I experienced my very first photo shoot and as someone who is used to determining where I go and how I get there, this was quite an experience for me. This was the Accessible Media Inc's photo shoot day.
The staff was extremely good when it came to giving me directions as to where I needed to sit or stand, how I needed to position my body, and how to position my head and whether or not I needed to smile or laugh. The shoot consisted of my having to sit, stand, walk, and at times do a quick run through the park.
The weather definitely cooperated with us as the sun shone beautifully, the temps were extremely pleasant, and the session in the park was most enjoyable.
I especially loved listening to the birds and being able to sniff the fresh cool air and enjoyed hearing the young kids around me playing and shouting nearby. They were having their break at the same time as we were doing our shoot.
I also met new people and was lucky enough to meet Terry Bray, someone that I had not seen in so many years. All in all a great day away from the pressures of work.
I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advocate, wishing you a terrific day.
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There you will not only learn about me as an 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.
And now my weekly podcast!
From recipes to apps, and 5 minutes mysteries to tips for entrepreneurs and scam alerts!
www.takeanother5.com
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Friday, April 8, 2016
Running through the rain
In the fall of 2015 I had a very interesting experience when I had to run through the rain with my friend, Gabriella, as we rushed along to a government building in downtown Toronto.
We were on a mission! We had to get there so that I could sign an affidavit. It was pouring buckets as we ran.
Truth be told, I enjoyed the experience but the sobering reality was I had to trust Gabriella completely to get me through the rain and navigate with me safely. I have known this wonderful lady for more than half my life so there was not a problem.
It just seemed to me as if I was giving permission to my friend to lead me through unknown territory, so to speak. It truly felt like being guided around puddles, across busy streets, along crowded sidewalks, and all while the rain poured down over us.
I'm Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advocate, wishing you a terrific day.
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Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Remembering the coconut trees
Ah yes! This was one of my most cherished childhood memories, those tall graceful coconut trees swaying vigorously in the cool Caribbean breezes.
They were there to form a tunnel as we drove through on our way to Mayaro. They were there standing tall in front of our beach house, swaying in the wind. They were there for me to swing on and they were there for me to take advantage of as I sat in their lowest branches relaxing and taking in the fresh sea air.
No one could ever take those memories away from me. No one could ever convince me that those tall graceful trees were not there for me to enjoy, touch, smell, and play with. They were for me and despite my limited vision in those days, I still knew what they looked like.
I could never figure out whether or not birds lived in their branches. All I knew then is that their delicious coconuts were always filled with sweet water and yummy jelly.
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"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!
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Thursday, November 28, 2013
How I can tell when rain is coming
Now, you may be thinking that I must be a farmer in my own right but this is not the case. It is a very simple trick that I learned in grade school. Our teachers taught it to us and almost all of the time it works.
It goes like this. You need to pay attention to the smells around you, especially so to an earth-like smell. It is somewhat difficult for me to describe but the best that I can do is to say that it is an earth-like smell.
When this smell is detected you can bet the barn that rain is not very far behind. For many blind persons, and including me, our sense of smell is probably more acute than the mainstream person so it is often easier for us to detect this smell before others around us.
For whereas a sighted person can look out at the skies and see dark clouds approaching, blind persons would have to depend on other cues and one of my favorite and most reliable ones is that well-known earth-like smell. Or, to be more precise, an earthy smell.
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