But recently, I saw something that gave me a sense of hope—proof that things are changing in how people with disabilities are viewed

don’t typically write a post two weeks in a row, but the events of last week compel me to. Last week, the President made deeply.....

As we approach Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month this February, I want to address the stigma surrounding disability.

As I listen to reports of the devastating fires in Los Angeles, I can’t help but reflect on one stark and unsettling

As we wrap up the year, I want to take a moment to thank you for being a part of this journey with Blind People Don’t Mingle.

In today’s digital world, social media has become a vital platform for connection, entertainment, and information.

Recently, I watched a segment on Good Morning America featuring Bill Nye, the beloved “Science Guy,” who delivered a public service

In 1988, the United States Congress made a significant step towards recognizing the rights, abilities, and contributions of people...

So, I’m left with questions: What assumptions are people making about my abilities and my life simply because I am blind?

As we approach a new school year, and in a world where diversity is increasingly celebrated, I want to revisit an issue I have written...

I have been on a brief hiatus, but I’ve decided to take this opportunity to write a new blog post because July is a month of celebration..

I just finished listening to the audiobook "Subtle Acts of Exclusion" by Tiffany Jana and Michael Baran, which resonated deeply with me,..

About 18 years ago, a dear friend of mine, who had been taking pottery classes for some time, suggested I join her in ceramics classes...

When I started this blog, my intention was far from using it as a platform for kvetching (Yiddish for complaining). Instead, its purpose ..

In a society where competence is often equated with capability, individuals with disabilities face a unique challenge: the burden of...

Around thirty years ago, an unexpected event occurred that led me into a tangled web of a well-intentioned lie. As a newly totally blind wom

The story of Hanukkah is one of resilience, faith, and triumph against all odds. Traditionally, we know Judah Maccabee as a valiant...

Language holds significant power in shaping our perceptions, attitudes, and beliefs. The words we use reflect and influence societal...

I have been asked on more than one occasion, "If I could choose any other disability other than blindness, what would I choose?" Each...

It infuriates me when organizations and businesses casually throw around the word "inclusion" without backing it up with meaningful...