[nfbwatlk] A question

[Bennett Prows]

Lisa,

Not sure who asked the question, but there is no reason why you wouldn't
want to "hold" on to what sight you have left.  To be totally blind would
constitute nothing more or less than a slight change in your life style.  A
change in life style for many is a daunting proposition at best, and
downright frightening for others.  No matter whether we move across the hall
in an apartment complex, or across the country, the change is stressing.
so, when ones method of functioning, particularly concerning the ability to
use a sense like sight is changed, it is natural to be reluctant to change,
and even resistent to whatever occurs.  So, the surgery seems to me to be a
natural thing to do, particuarly if it helps you continue as you were.

Now, if it doesn't succeed, and you don't have the eye to help you, I'm sure
you'll become even more proficient in the alternative techniques and skills
you already know, and continue functioning as a math tutor, etc, just as
before, but using a different method of performing the activities.

Don't worry about being fearful, etc, I think we all are when prospects of
change are upon us.  I know, I have had two back surgeries, and was
concerned enough about not being able to function as before that I took a
long hard look at my situation before consenting to the operations.  And,
they worked out fine for me.

So, don't self examine your concerns too long, best of luck with the
surgery, and just enjoy the fact that others are going to wait on you for a
few days while you recover.  (grin.

/s/

Bennett Prows
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Owenblue2 at aol.com>
To: <nfbwatlk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Sunday, September 09, 2007 9:49 AM
Subject: [nfbwatlk] A question


> Hello:
>
> I have been asked the question concerning my consideration for  surgery:
>
> Is it worth the effort?
>
> I know that some feel that useable vision is not important. I am wondering
> am I being strange about wanting to hold on to mine. I do use the vision I
> have
> left. I am presently learning braille and using speech almost exclusivly.
> On
> the  other hand, my vision helps me in other ways. I use it when I do math
> (tutoring). I want to handle things properly; not just have the surgery to
> fulfill the desire of any kind. Nor do I wish to prove anything to myself
> or
> others. I do live a full and happy life. What vision I have left; I don't
> take
> for granted; especially after loosing the left eye 6 years ago. I am now
> taking
> steps to function more independently as a blind person. On the other hand,
> is it  wrong or strange to wish to hold onto what is left? I don't think
> that
> what I am  considering is strange or whatever? I think it is a perfectly
> natural reaction.
>
> I want to hear your feedback about this. I think it will aid me in coping
> with the situation better and also not look at the prospect of total
> blindness
> (if it ever happens); without so much fear.
>
> Thanks:
>
> Lisa Owen
>
>
>
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