One of the most challenging things for me to do is to plug things into an electric outlet. I do so much by touch but we are taught at an early age not to stick our fingers into sockets. So with the flashlight on my iPhone I struggle for minutes at a time and often have to ask someone else to do it. And truth be told, I do let my fingers do the fingering even though I shouldn’t. If perms come back in style I could increase the pressure of my search. But until then, I am careful and only lightly feel where the holes are in the hopes that I can align the plugs and make a connection.This is one of the most frustrating things I have to do with my limited sight. Sweating and swearing usually occur, interchangeable by both me and my iPhone’s autocorrect. Other than a flashlight and a light touch I don’t know any tips or tricks to make it easier.
I have had to change the way I do most things and there’s not much I can’t do. It takes me more steps and some ingenuity, but I keep plugging away. Because if I stopped, my power would be gone. And although I now live my life with little vision, through this journey, I have become more powerful than ever.
