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Every year someone asks be how in the world a legally blind person can enjoy fireworks. Fireworks have been a huge part of my life growing up, whether it's going to a 4th of July event, or New Year's Eve. Learn how this is possible, and other challenging 4th of July traditions!
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Read moreOver the weekend I attended a special DeafBlind Shabbaton, which is a Jewish retreat that goes over Shabbat. Steve Frank has been involved with the event since the very first one back in 2010, and he continues to strongly support it. The interview was done in ASL, and TASL and some pro-tactile.
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Read morePlanning a wedding as a bride with a disability is complicated. We're sandwiched in a lot of societal expectations of bridal beauty, social norms, and family expectations. Here is my list of ways to make the process less stressful, and hopefully it will help give you confidence to go out there and advocate.
Read moreI'm going through what my personal process has been for building up a social life after experiencing a sensory loss. I've done this twice, once learning to be blind, now being DeafBlind. The process is relatable for more than just DeafBlindness. Re-acclimating to life is a process!
Read moreFacebook has become the great epicenter of our social lives! Or, that's how it seems. The reality is, that while it is true a lot of our social networks involve Facebook, not everyone uses it the same way. Which creates situations that we don't have social etiquette for.
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Read moreThis week I’m discussing what Bioptic Driving, or Low Vision Driving, is and who it’s for. This is a very controversial subject within the blind community. It is often covered at conferences and conventions, and is discussed among professionals who work in rehabilitation and education whether it is safe or not. Never-the-less, there are bioptic drivers out there, and it is a legal form of driving in many states. Learn more about how it works, and who it is for!
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Femme de Chem has a new ongoing project! I am compiling a list of organizations and programs for anyone with a disability who is interested in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Professionals in the field, college and high school students, teachers, and parents will be able to find potential organizations, networking opportunities, and funding for research.
This is an ongoing project, and I will continue to add things to the list as I come across them.
Read moreDoes the idea of dating someone who is DeafBlind send chills of fear down your spine because you're imagining an evening with Helen Keller? Whether you’re hearing, hard of hearing, d/Deaf, or blind nearly everyone has misconceptions about dating DeafBlind people. If you’ve met someone you think you have a connection with or have been matched up through the internet or friends, don’t let the fear of the unknown stop you from meeting someone great. I explain the basics to anyone considering a relationship with a DeafBlind person.
Read moreDescription: Kit is standing with her hair in a braid over one shoulder, holding a set of braille dungeon and dragon dice. Behind her is a blue background with a picture of the TARDIS on the wall.
After a month of vlogging I decided it was time for an introduction video about why there needs to be a place for Science resources for students with disabilities, stigma, and who am I anyway? I talk about how I became legally blind, hard of hearing, about my guide dog, and some of my geeky and non-geeky hobbies! One edit, I have moderate hearing loss, not mild.
In Part II Kit talks about how cost plays into braille access. Because cost barriers to braille access are a HUGE contributor to why so few people learn and use braille. Also showing off my new pink peek-a-boo hair.
Description: Kit is standing in front of bookshelves with her hair pulled back into a pony tail. In her right hand she is holding some dollar bills fanned out, in her left she is holding a 40-cell braille display. She has a concerned look on her face.
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Read moreThis is the first part of two, discussing problems with access to braille materials. This week Kit focuses on the "Space Problem", because it is an important factor when discussing the overall accessibility of braille. She also covers where to find books for adults and kids!
Description: Kit is sitting cross-legged on a window seat at a library. Behind her you can see a traffic intersection. On her lap is a braille book, which she has both hands on as she reads. Transcript available.
Read moreThis week, have no fear, Kit helps explain away anxiety about hosting a guest with a disability, and gives some suggestions if you are the disabled guest being hosted! Don't let nerves stop you from opening your home to a group to people who are so often left out of social events-- and don't let anxiety stop you from going out there and being involved in your communities!
Read moreIn the first episode of Femme de Chem Chats, Kit debunks myths and stereotypes surrounding late deafened young adults. She covers learning ASL, fitting in, and what it is like to try to incorporate hearing loss into young adulthood.
