Who is BlindGirl?
Girl has wings!
I was born and raised in the States. I lived in 5 states and have visited all of the continental states.
I've visited 27 countries over 4 continents.
In 2013, I decided to start a new adventure and moved to the Netherlands.
Jack of all trades... master of none?
I have always been creative and musical. I suppose that means it was no surprise when I started a music studio with my bestie.
I'm almost always in a band, too.
I love to: read, garden, cook/bake, bowl, play pool, decorate, fix stuff, gaming (all kinds), travel, dance, learn and soooo much more
That being said, I have multiple degrees, including an MBA, so I guess I am a master of something!
Well that happened...
Sadly, in August 2019, I lost the majority of my vision. I had just finished my graduate studies through Ball State University and was waiting to look at job offers until I got back from a trip to Croatia when the most devastating experience of my life changed everything...
So, now?
I am now legally and functionally blind. My left eye is dark except a mild and irritating light perception from a very small portion while my right eye has 7% field of vision. My acuity, in very dim light is almost 100%, but because of the field of vision and sensitivity to light, it is very difficult for me to see under most conditions.
Then what?
After much rehabilitation and self ingenuity, I have learned that I'm not defined by the conventional. I am defined by who I choose to be; which is a better more favorite version of myself every single day.
That means inspiring others to be their favorite version of themselves. It means sharing my journey with the world. It means educating people on visual impairment. It means finding m