Enough of the pavement was open for
@GuideDogAva
to work out how to continue our usual route.
It was a challenging walk with lots of congested roads & frustrated drivers who didn’t know about the accident.
Miss Ava went slow & steady, so she’s having a much deserved sunbathe.
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I’m blind & was out with my guide dog.
Them: Hi just to let you know that there has been an accident up ahead.
Me: oh dear! Are the pavements blocked?
Them: yes & the crossings *describes it*
Me: ok! Thank you. That’s so helpful & kind.
Them: No problem, lovely to see you.
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Just adding because a lot of people have commented.
“Nice to see you” is a figure of speech. My blind friends say “see you later!” Even though we can’t. It’s just a common saying.
I’m aware that I’m blind & others aren’t, it’s not taboo. This person could see me, it’s fine.
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What is different & problematic is when people use blind negatively.
For example blind is often used to mean ignorant, clueless or unaware.
This type of language does have an impact because it creates a cultural norm that blindness means ignorant or incapable. That’s not ok.
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If you want to learn more about how to offer assistance to blind & disabled people check out my hashtag
#JustAskDontGrab
Help is only helpful if it’s consensual.
Ask what people need, don’t assume what they can or can’t do.
And until Guide Dogs can talk… be descriptive 😉
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@BlondeHistorian
@GuideDogAva
If you can read with text to speak or whatever you use, please tell Miss Ava she is a great guide dog.
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@BlondeHistorian
@GuideDogAva
That's very kind of those people to warn you. Glad you were still able to get through though. Ava is such a clever girl for helping her mum navigate this. She definitely deserves a little sunbathe xx
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@BlondeHistorian
@GuideDogAva
Just popping on to say I love your alt text. I sometimes struggle with knowing how to make it descriptive enough yet succinct, but this is an excellent example that sums her up perfectly.
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@BlondeHistorian
@GuideDogAva
Ok, I genuinely want to know more about the sunbathing caption. How do you aim your camera and how did you know she was in a sun puddle?
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@BlondeHistorian
@GuideDogAva
I'm glad good girl Ava was able to help. How are you tweeting speech to text or someone tweeting for you? I'm really curious.
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