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,…
I don’t remember exactly when I first came across the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), but I do remember how it felt: solid, trustworthy, and not overwhelming. At a time when I was still figuring out what vision loss meant for my life, AFB became one of those steady resources I kept returning to—especially…
When I first realized I needed help getting around, I had no idea where to start. Everyone kept saying “just reach out to a specialist” or “contact your local agency”—but no one told me how to do that, or even what I should be looking for. So today I want to share what I’ve learned—the…
When I first started losing my vision, I had no idea how much I relied on visual cues to get through my day. Just walking across a parking lot or navigating my own kitchen became a challenge. But over time, I discovered something incredibly powerful—Orientation and Mobility (O&M) training. Learning how to move through the…
Living with vision loss means adapting routines in ways that might not seem important—until they are. One of the most helpful small changes I’ve made involves something many people overlook: where I put my slippers at night. Each evening, I place my slippers in the same spot next to my bed. Not right where I’ll…
Genetic factors are an important area of research when it comes to eye health. I have been closely following studies on macular degeneration and how genetics might play a key role in its onset and progression. This article breaks down the ways in which genetics influence the condition and examines questions like, what is the…
