Monthly Archives: December 2011

The past week has been so busy that I’ve hardly had time to think, much less write.  And I’ve thought of so many more stories from different, random days that I want to share.  But first, I want to focus … Continue reading →

I love to eat.  A lot.  I love trying new food, going to new restaurants, eating out, eating in, reading about food, talking about food.  But as much as I enjoy food, I equally dislike cooking food.  And despite the … Continue reading →

I knew the decision to come to the Center was a big one which would change my life. I knew the process was going to be difficult, but hopefully worth it in the end.  I knew that, if I worked … Continue reading →

Just over a week ago, I was at my cousin’s house, attempting to help hang a bookshelf, and had no idea what a drill bit was, much less how to use one.  Two days ago, I used a table shaper … Continue reading →

No, not literally.  To all of my dear lesbian friends, I love you immensely and unconditionally, but don’t get your hopes up, guys still do it for me. But I am, in a sense, finally coming out. I, Alyson Harris Slaughter, … Continue reading →

So I have figured out one of the reasons that we are given long, straight canes (as opposed to telescoping or fold up canes).  It is so people who like to sometimes hide their blindness (ahem, me) are unable to … Continue reading →

Today was going to be another scary day.  I had my first Industrial Arts class.  Luckily, C had it first period with me so she helped me find my way to the basement room.  Once everyone was settled, I was … Continue reading →

Second day with sleep shades and the cane and I am already getting thrown into the water headfirst without knowing how to swim.  Today was the Christmas tree farm outing in Cambridge, roughly an hour and a half drive north, … Continue reading →

I wasn’t too nervous going to Blind, Inc. (also known as the Center).  I met a few people at the apartment and walked the block to the bus stop.  We just have to take one quick bus to our stop, … Continue reading →

So here goes…the first post of my first blog.  I’ve thought about starting a blog previously to document my adventures, most of which of been tales of amazing travel or of my educational experiences, with tons of stories and pictures … Continue reading →