I didn’t realize it at the time, but I had a front-row seat to one of the most difficult chapters in my mother’s life. She never sat me down and said, “I’m losing my vision.” Instead, she just… quietly started letting go of things. Little things at first—no longer doing her crossword puzzles, skipping the…
Growing up I was a very shy child. But in adulthood, I became an independent, fairly confident woman. I believed that whatever life threw my way, I’d handle it—and that included the possibility of vision loss. If I ever received a diagnosis of macular degeneration, I told myself, I would face it head-on. How I…
The quiet beginning of a journey I didn’t know I’d be taking Before I ever heard the words “macular degeneration” from my own doctor, I had already seen what vision loss could do to someone. I had lived with it—not directly, but through the eyes of my mother. And though I didn’t realize it at…
If you’ve ever squinted at a label or struggled to read small print, you’ve probably wished for a pocket-sized magnifying glass. Good news: you likely already own one. Whether you’re using a smartphone, tablet, or computer, magnifier apps and built-in accessibility features can make a big difference—without expensive equipment. But what are magnifier apps, and…
When I first began using a stand magnifier, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect—or even what made one type different from another. Over time, I’ve tried several: some worked beautifully for everyday reading, and others ended up tucked in a drawer. What I learned is that not all stand magnifiers are created equal—and your…
When I first started losing my vision, I had no idea how many types of magnifiers were out there. I thought a magnifier was just a little round glass on a handle. Turns out, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Over the years, I’ve tried just about every kind of magnifier available—from handheld models…
When I started losing my vision, I had no roadmap—just questions, fears, and a determination to stay independent.This section of the site is where I share what it’s really been like: the challenges, the small victories, and the things I’ve learned along the way.Whether you’re new to vision loss or you’ve been adapting for years,…
