Editor’s note: In honor of National Reading Month, today’s post features an audio recording of Maribel Steel’s story, “Many Different Hats.” Whether you enjoy reading large print, braille, or following along with audiobooks, the VisionAware peers encourage you to continue to enjoy reading. Click the link below to listen to Maribel’s story. Listen to “Many … Continued
As women from every corner of the globe come together to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, VisionAware peer advisor, Maribel Steel, acknowledges the feminine spirit that nurtures, supports, and uplifts through the sisterhood of friendship. Women in Collaboration A few years ago, I was the project coordinator for a World Premiere music event … Continued
At this time of year, New Year resolutions abound. As a writer and a person living with a visual impairment, I am always on the look out for uplifting quotations that will help me focus on new ventures and goals. I find encouragement and peace of mind when I stop for a moment to consider … Continued
This is the third in our end of year bucket list series coordinated by Maribel Steel Sue Wiygul Martin Shares Her Bucket List Adventures In this post, Sue Martin picks up from when she had just shared the stage with Debby Boone in Hollywood and shortly afterwards, went on a mission to “share the stage … Continued
This is the second in our end of year bucket list series coordinated by Maribel Steel Reflecting on Your Bucket List Do you ever take time to reflect on all of the dreams you’ve fulfilled on your lifetime bucket list? This might be the perfect time of year to do so. As the year almost … Continued
Coordinated by Maribel Steel Einstein once referred to reality as a “persistent illusion” and one could say, a bucket-list is one way to turn a “persistent dream” into a reality. The VisionAware peer advisors, all of whom are blind or visually impaired, began a “be a bucket list buddy” challenge early this year and wrote … Continued
Editor’s note: Are you thinking about traveling this holiday season? Utilize your orientation and mobility skills to experience the holidays around the world. VisionAware peer advisor, Maribel, shares the festivities in her city in this excerpt from "The City on Top in the Land Down Under." This blog was originally posted on Maribel’s travel blog, … Continued
Editor’s note: We just celebrated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. In honor of the significance of this day, VisionAware’s International Correspondent, Maribel Steel, from Australia, shares her personal reflections on accepting life with a visual disability (she has retinitis pigmentosa) by observing her granddaughter’s young wisdom in living life in the moment. More … Continued
Editor’s note: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a celebration of a diverse workforce and the contributions of workers with disabilities. This year’s theme is "Inclusion Works." Maribel Steel describes what Australia is doing with their currency to "make inclusion work" in this post about the new accessible $5 AUD banknote. The Reserve … Continued
With September being Guide Dog Appreciation Month, here is a post with a difference. What happens if you feel mismatched to your new guide dog? Peer advisor, Mary Hiland, shares her advice from personal experience to trust your feelings and not to feel you are doing anything wrong. It’s All About the Match Instructors at … Continued