[blackdog]

The US Customs Building in Downtown Philly had a blind concession operator in the lobby. He sold drinks, newspapers, smokes, and so on......... He was the most interesting and capably proud person I've ever met. He was a case study in alternate means of analysis. He could differentiate all denominations of currency, knew the exact spot of all items he stocked and sold, and knew how to run a business!

His dog honestly looked bored most the time. The dog confided in me once that he closed his eyes on the walk and train ride home just to have some excitement.

[Outlaw Woman]

What a terrific story. Thanks for sharing that (I could almost visualize that entire scenario). And while our disabled can do many things, such as the gentleman you wrote about, legless and armless teenagers cannot do the kicks necessary for cheerleading.

btw, I do know a bit about disability as my mom is completely blind. So I don’t intend to be cruel here but there are limitations. Some are self imposed however. I wish my mom would realize there is more she could do to be more independent.