Writing Archives - Albinism Up Close

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Posts related to my love for Writing and writing for this site and other projects

Albinism, Blindness & Visual Impairment, Public Interpretation, Writing
My Worst Fears After Beginning Albinism Up Close
March 15, 2020 /
I had so many fears after beginning this project and coming out as blind, but I'm learning to conquer those fears along the way. I hope my journey can inspire yours.
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Everyday Life, Writing
Being a Songwriter: On Empathy and the Search for Meaning
July 21, 2019 /
Despite some poorly written over-angsty lyrics and poems here and there, writing songs has helped me learn to genuinely express myself.
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Moving: Planning, Packing, Organizing, & More
In Blindness & Visual Impairment, Everyday Life, Mental Health
December 7, 2020
With my recent move, I have learned so much and experienced so many new things including mountains of stress. Here is an update of how that move has gone and what is to come in the future. […]
The Trials of Moving
In Announcements, Everyday Life
November 17, 2020
Here is a brief update about the progress of my move and a bit about why I've been absent. You can look forward to future posts of all kinds! […]
Choosing a White Cane: Style & Material
In Blindness & Visual Impairment, Low Vision Products, Technology
October 12, 2020
Today's mobility canes have so many options for materials, styles, tips, handles, and more. Choosing the one that is right for you is based on your preferences, experiences, and style. Here, I'll describe some of the different styles and materials of mobility cane that are available. […]
Feeling Like a Burden: Gaining Independence & Asking for Help
In Albinism, Blindness & Visual Impairment, Everyday Life, Mental Health
October 5, 2020
Feeling like a burden often goes hand in hand with having a disability, but you are not alone. There are steps we can take to ease that feeling and gain back some of our sense of independence as well. […]
The Blind Tax: The Real Costs of Being Blind
In Blindness & Visual Impairment, Everyday Life
September 28, 2020
The Blind Tax is the high cost of making the world accessible for a blind or visually impaired person. It is very real and very high. I'll review some of these costs in detail in the hopes that it raises some much needed awareness. […]

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