Your Guide to Thriving with Low Vision—From Someone Who’s Been There.
From finding pesky shell fragments to checking freshness, here’s how I make eggs stress-free in my kitchen. Cracking eggs with confidence used to be one of those kitchen moments that made me hold my breath. I couldn’t tell if a piece of shell had slipped into the bowl, and the idea of biting down on … Read more
My Experience as a Legally Blind Visitor Visiting Graceland has always been on my bucket list, but I wasn’t sure how much I would truly get out of it as someone who is legally blind. I recently had the chance to take the trip with my son, and let me tell you—it’s worth it. Graceland … Read more
Laughter and Low Vision: How Humor Helps Me Cope and Stay Confident Let’s be honest—losing your vision isn’t exactly a laugh-a-minute experience. There are days when it’s frustrating, exhausting, and just plain hard. But I’ve learned something along the way: a sense of humor is one of the most powerful tools in my coping kit. … Read more
Uncrimping the Mystery: A Simple Kitchen Tool That Matters More Than You Think- The Best Can Openers For Low Vision It’s funny how something as small as a can opener can turn into a daily source of frustration—or freedom. If you’re cooking with low vision, even a basic task like opening a can can feel … Read more
A Gentle First Step Toward Confidence and Clarity A low vision diagnosis can feel like the rug has been pulled out from under you. Even when it’s expected—after years of gradually declining eyesight—finding confidence after vision loss can still feel like a sudden jolt.Everything from reading the mail to navigating your kitchen might suddenly seem … Read more
Why Small Daily Wins After Vision Loss Matter More Than You Think When I first started losing my vision, it wasn’t just about not being able to read a street sign or recognize someone across the room. What hit hardest was the slow erosion of confidence in everyday tasks—things I used to do without thinking … Read more
When I first started adapting to vision loss, the kitchen quickly turned into one of the most frustrating rooms in my home. I’d reach for a container of flour and wonder—was it really flour… or was it sugar again? Worse, when I grabbed the smaller baking items like baking soda, baking powder, and cornstarch, I … Read more