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On the 1st of October, it will be six months since Guide Dog Sienna entered my life! To mark the occasion, I will write a series of posts over the next few weeks explaining the difference working with a guide dog has made for me. It seems like a lifetime ago that Guide Dog Sienna... Continue Reading →
When some of my acquaintances lose a pair of sunglasses, I hear the phrase, “I will just buy another cheap pair...”. I wish it was that easy and didn’t involve navigating a stereotype. Over a week ago, I misplaced (likely on the bus) my sunglasses. I did the usual things like phone the bus company... Continue Reading →
I hope others learn from the stories and reflections I share on this page. With this in mind, I would like to share a story from last week to illustrate how societal assumptions affect individuals and influence others. This started with a bus journey. On the way home from work, Guide Dog Sienna and I... Continue Reading →
If I utter the words denial of service, half of those in my life will think my computer was hacked and the other half would link this with accessibility. These two varied meanings illustrate the differences in perception across our society and show the value of knowledge and education. This post covers multiple interrelated concepts,... Continue Reading →