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Cane Confessions: The Lighter Side to Mobility: Volume 2
When adventurous overseas traveler, Amy, is diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa, she has no idea what difficulties lie ahead. After finishing mobility training from the Bureau of Blindness, she thinks her problems are solved, but when Amy tackles the streets with her white cane, the real fun begins. Determinedly sweeping away her fears, she starts to celebrate the reality of vision-impaired independence. Join the chaos and laughter in this series of uplifting anecdotes as Amy looks to the lighter side of mobility.
- GenresMemoir
185 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 15, 2016
About the author
Amy L. Bovaird
7 books34 followersAmy Bovaird is an Award-Winning Christian Writer, Author, and Memoirist who writes about mobility and sight loss disabilities using humor and enjoys writing about international travel and adventure as well as faith-inspired devotionals. Ms. Bovaird has five published titles to her credit, with the newest titled 'A Time to Dance: Finding Joy After Child Loss.' Her books are available on Amazon Books, Kindle, and fine online book sites.
She Received the "Medal of Honor in Literature" for her first memoir, Mobility Matters: Stepping Out in Faith, from Ohio Valley University in 2016. Her second memoir, 'Cane Confessions: The Lighter Side of Mobility,' and her third memoir devotional, 'Seeking Solace: Finding Joy After Loss,' reached #1 Bestseller status in various categories, including Biographies and Memoirs, Eye Problems, Grief and Dying, and Spiritual Healing. In March 2020, she released 'Hitting A Home Run: Blind and Thriving,' which also Hit #1 on Amazon for fun short travel reads.
Amy was diagnosed at age 28 with Retinitis Pigmentosa and was declared legally blind. She had worked as a specialist in second language acquisition for nearly 30 years. Her career took her to Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Amy now views life as a personal adventure and has traded her overseas experiences for an everyday adventure into blindness.
Amy is a member of Vision Aware as a Peer Advisor Life Support through their (PALS) Program. Ms. Bovaird earned her M.A. in Bicultural – Bilingual Studies from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is a lifelong learner about vision, writing, or language-related.
Born and raised in Pennsylvania, she continues to educate and entertains her readers with humorous anecdotes of coping with ongoing vision loss; more importantly, she shares the lessons God reveals to her through her difficulties. When she is not writing, she negotiates for the upper hand with her cat, Sophie Socks and on most occasions fails to win at it. Today, Amy still resides in Northwest, Pennsylvania.
She Received the "Medal of Honor in Literature" for her first memoir, Mobility Matters: Stepping Out in Faith, from Ohio Valley University in 2016. Her second memoir, 'Cane Confessions: The Lighter Side of Mobility,' and her third memoir devotional, 'Seeking Solace: Finding Joy After Loss,' reached #1 Bestseller status in various categories, including Biographies and Memoirs, Eye Problems, Grief and Dying, and Spiritual Healing. In March 2020, she released 'Hitting A Home Run: Blind and Thriving,' which also Hit #1 on Amazon for fun short travel reads.
Amy was diagnosed at age 28 with Retinitis Pigmentosa and was declared legally blind. She had worked as a specialist in second language acquisition for nearly 30 years. Her career took her to Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Amy now views life as a personal adventure and has traded her overseas experiences for an everyday adventure into blindness.
Amy is a member of Vision Aware as a Peer Advisor Life Support through their (PALS) Program. Ms. Bovaird earned her M.A. in Bicultural – Bilingual Studies from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is a lifelong learner about vision, writing, or language-related.
Born and raised in Pennsylvania, she continues to educate and entertains her readers with humorous anecdotes of coping with ongoing vision loss; more importantly, she shares the lessons God reveals to her through her difficulties. When she is not writing, she negotiates for the upper hand with her cat, Sophie Socks and on most occasions fails to win at it. Today, Amy still resides in Northwest, Pennsylvania.
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January 17, 2018
I wasn't sure if I would enjoy this memoir to begin with. However, after the first few chapters, I kept wanting to pick it up and read on. Amy Bovaird’s anecdotes about how she learns to cope with her growing dependence on her cane without giving up her irrepressible spirit of adventure and fun are an inspiration.
I thoroughly enjoyed all her accounts and sympathised deeply with her feelings of indignation when people treated her as if she were not there or as if she were somehow unable to understand what they were saying simply because she is vision impaired. I also admired her courage in climbing Japan's highest mountain and her delight in going on a Caribbean cruise when these would have represented major obstacles to most people in her situation.
But even for those less restricted than she is, her stories can still resonate. I am not vision impaired, but I am very short sighted, so I could relate to her stories about talking to lampposts and thinking rubbish bins were dogs, and these honest admissions made me chuckle out loud.
The book is well written and great fun to read. But what made it even more inspiring is the way the author relates her experiences to her personal growth by showing at the end of each chapter what she has learnt from each of the incidents. Altogether, this is not only a valuable insight into the challenges of the vision impaired, but it is an upbeat, charming and refreshingly candid collection of stories that are very enjoyable to read. Well done, Amy Bovaird. I shall look forward to reading your first memoir now!
I thoroughly enjoyed all her accounts and sympathised deeply with her feelings of indignation when people treated her as if she were not there or as if she were somehow unable to understand what they were saying simply because she is vision impaired. I also admired her courage in climbing Japan's highest mountain and her delight in going on a Caribbean cruise when these would have represented major obstacles to most people in her situation.
But even for those less restricted than she is, her stories can still resonate. I am not vision impaired, but I am very short sighted, so I could relate to her stories about talking to lampposts and thinking rubbish bins were dogs, and these honest admissions made me chuckle out loud.
The book is well written and great fun to read. But what made it even more inspiring is the way the author relates her experiences to her personal growth by showing at the end of each chapter what she has learnt from each of the incidents. Altogether, this is not only a valuable insight into the challenges of the vision impaired, but it is an upbeat, charming and refreshingly candid collection of stories that are very enjoyable to read. Well done, Amy Bovaird. I shall look forward to reading your first memoir now!
September 15, 2017
Reading Cane Confessions has given me a real appreciation of the difficulties the sight impaired have to cope with and overcome. Having a professional career, lived in different countries and travelled extensively, the diagnosis of Retinitis Pigmentos must have been devastating for Amy. She, however, tackles each and every difficulty with a positive attitude and the ability to laugh at herself. The embarrassing situations she finds herself in she deals with so beautifully and graciously, not letting it deter her from enjoying her life. Living life to the full and the ability to laugh, Amy climbs Mount Fuji and goes on a cruise regardless. A humorous and an insightful book about living with a disability which I highly recommend.
January 2, 2019
I enjoyed thus book on many levels. First it had humor, then it had information and finally it had a self effacing courage without preachiness. It has opened my eyes about dealing with some of my own issues. It is a worthy read.
April 9, 2019
For readers with perfect sight, and for those of us who must put on glasses to see the numbers on cash machines and put on two pair of glasses to read small print, “Cane Confessions” opens windows in our minds and hearts to increase our understanding of the visually impaired—and ourselves.
Due to an incurable genetic eye disease, Retinitis Pigmentosa, author Amy Bovaird is going blind. Her book details the journey of a sighted person becoming blind and learning to use a cane to retain her independence. Instead of being depressing, it imparts the gift of hope, joy, and faith. The author states it best, “Lessons with my cane stretch me. They teach me to be open-minded, patient, and positive, to appreciate the efforts of others and the here and now with my limited sight. Humor plays a role in every adventure.”
And adventure best defines Amy’s life from living life as a gypsy, teaching English and traveling around the world, to climbing Mount Fuji at night in spite of night blindness. “Despite the dismal vision outlook destined for my future, with the help of my cane, and friends, my life feels full of promise.”
She gifts that promise to her readers.
Due to an incurable genetic eye disease, Retinitis Pigmentosa, author Amy Bovaird is going blind. Her book details the journey of a sighted person becoming blind and learning to use a cane to retain her independence. Instead of being depressing, it imparts the gift of hope, joy, and faith. The author states it best, “Lessons with my cane stretch me. They teach me to be open-minded, patient, and positive, to appreciate the efforts of others and the here and now with my limited sight. Humor plays a role in every adventure.”
And adventure best defines Amy’s life from living life as a gypsy, teaching English and traveling around the world, to climbing Mount Fuji at night in spite of night blindness. “Despite the dismal vision outlook destined for my future, with the help of my cane, and friends, my life feels full of promise.”
She gifts that promise to her readers.
November 15, 2016
A LOOK FROM THE INSIDE
I was given this book to beta read and it certainly pointed out many difficulties faced by partially sighted people. It left me wondering if I would have tried to remain as independent as possible, reluctantly refusing help in the early days and pretending that I could see as well as everyone else. I applaud the author’s tenacity and her will to lead a life as normal as possible despite losing her sight – a brave woman. We need books that take us out of ourselves to see and imagine what life is like for those who battle with disability, and this is one of those books.
I was given this book to beta read and it certainly pointed out many difficulties faced by partially sighted people. It left me wondering if I would have tried to remain as independent as possible, reluctantly refusing help in the early days and pretending that I could see as well as everyone else. I applaud the author’s tenacity and her will to lead a life as normal as possible despite losing her sight – a brave woman. We need books that take us out of ourselves to see and imagine what life is like for those who battle with disability, and this is one of those books.
December 24, 2018
Amy tells stories about how as she has lost her sight it has created some interesting stories.
Very clearly there is a struggle between wanting people to know about her disability and thinking she is better off hiding it. As she learns to adjust and use the cane she grows more independent she begins to realize that part of her role in life is to become a role model for those losing their sight and the people that interact with them.
Humorous and inspiring.
Very clearly there is a struggle between wanting people to know about her disability and thinking she is better off hiding it. As she learns to adjust and use the cane she grows more independent she begins to realize that part of her role in life is to become a role model for those losing their sight and the people that interact with them.
Humorous and inspiring.
May 12, 2020
Cane Confessions was a wonderful read! Amy's writing makes all of her struggles and success seem as though we right there watching it all unfold. Her openness, honesty and levity make her memoirs heartwarming and uplifting. Thank-you Amy for sharing YOU!
October 16, 2018
Note: When obtained it was not realised this is the second book in a series. Nevertheless, it is not reliant upon the reading of Book 1 and consequently stands on its own.
Though the subject of this memoir is a serious one the author has, as the sub-tile indicates, opted to present the facts and circumstances in a light, fun, style. The book primarily deals with the issue of facing sight loss through the progressive disease of Retinitis Pigmentosa. The condition leads to decreased peripheral vision; difficulty seeing at night; tunnel vision and other limitations.
To be informed one has the condition and that sight will steadily decrease with the ultimate potential for total blindness (though not a foregone or common outcome with the condition) would send many into a complete depression. However, it quickly becomes apparent the author is not one to concede to difficulties and has every intention of living as fulfilled and active life as possible, which sometimes seems to be an impossible aim. In addition, she evidently does not suffer from a ‘poor me’ syndrome.
This is indeed a light hearted and amusing book most readers will find entertaining. With humour and some self-deprecation the author shares events, circumstances and difficulties encountered as a consequence of her decreasing sight. In the early stages, having been someone who had frequently travelled and worked overseas, she was unwilling to abandon the adventurous and interesting life. Through some of her mishaps, the author provides readers with insights into cultural differences; ethnic customs; national acceptabilities; varied attitudes; etc. Among these incidents are: ending up in a broom cupboard (having intended to find the exit door) and picking up the wrong coat (depriving the owner of its protection on a particularly cold day). Of course, there are other such situations but it would spoil the read for potential readers to say too much more. It should be mentioned the author’s taste for adventure is never suppressed with her even climbing a mountain at one stage.
Though the majority is presented in a humorous manner most readers will be able to discern, between the lines, the serious nature of such a condition and the limiting difficulties resulting. The tale also provides some meaningful insight into fully sighted people’s attitudes, misunderstandings and misconstrued ways of assisting someone with limited vision.
Rating this book was not easy because, overall, it falls within the general category. However, due to some of the content a four star rating seems appropriate.
Though the subject of this memoir is a serious one the author has, as the sub-tile indicates, opted to present the facts and circumstances in a light, fun, style. The book primarily deals with the issue of facing sight loss through the progressive disease of Retinitis Pigmentosa. The condition leads to decreased peripheral vision; difficulty seeing at night; tunnel vision and other limitations.
To be informed one has the condition and that sight will steadily decrease with the ultimate potential for total blindness (though not a foregone or common outcome with the condition) would send many into a complete depression. However, it quickly becomes apparent the author is not one to concede to difficulties and has every intention of living as fulfilled and active life as possible, which sometimes seems to be an impossible aim. In addition, she evidently does not suffer from a ‘poor me’ syndrome.
This is indeed a light hearted and amusing book most readers will find entertaining. With humour and some self-deprecation the author shares events, circumstances and difficulties encountered as a consequence of her decreasing sight. In the early stages, having been someone who had frequently travelled and worked overseas, she was unwilling to abandon the adventurous and interesting life. Through some of her mishaps, the author provides readers with insights into cultural differences; ethnic customs; national acceptabilities; varied attitudes; etc. Among these incidents are: ending up in a broom cupboard (having intended to find the exit door) and picking up the wrong coat (depriving the owner of its protection on a particularly cold day). Of course, there are other such situations but it would spoil the read for potential readers to say too much more. It should be mentioned the author’s taste for adventure is never suppressed with her even climbing a mountain at one stage.
Though the majority is presented in a humorous manner most readers will be able to discern, between the lines, the serious nature of such a condition and the limiting difficulties resulting. The tale also provides some meaningful insight into fully sighted people’s attitudes, misunderstandings and misconstrued ways of assisting someone with limited vision.
Rating this book was not easy because, overall, it falls within the general category. However, due to some of the content a four star rating seems appropriate.
September 5, 2020
Inspirational and Humorous
I won this in a competition and thank Amy for her kindness in offering it as a prize.
This is an interesting look into the life of a sight-impaired person where there is no hiding or holding back and Amy is transparent in her descriptions and stories. Each chapter is a different story and beneath each one there is an underlying bit of humour which makes light of her problems or mistakes. Everyone likes a bit of a laugh whether we are sighted or blind. This had me chuckling to the extent that I was asked on more than one occasion what I was laughing at.
Amy does not let anything hold her back, if she is told she will not be able to do something, advised that it is not for her then this makes her even more determined to do it. Sometimes twice just to prove that the first time was not a fluke. Climbing Mt Fuki Japan's highest mountain was one such incident, at least she got her marks on her sticky thingy. This would be a feat in itself for a sighted person but Amy was determined to make it to the top.
Her recollection of attending a conference, ending up in the broom cupboard was one such incident where she had to pluck up her courage in both hands and face the situation. She either stayed there till the end of the speakers session or nonchalantly walked out and went to attend her own meeting.
There were times when Amy felt indignant when she was treated as if she were not there. Other times people would greet her and she would have to try and place their voice as she was unable to make out their features.
Amy highlights all too well the obstacles that partially sighted people face on a daily basis. Picking the wrong coat up, pouring a drink, maneuvering stairs, all things that sighted people take for granted. Try walking around your own home with a blindfold on and see what happens. I did and I have the bruises to prove it and I thought I knew my own home well.
This is a well written book, interesting, informative and an upbeat, charming and candid collection of stories that are very enjoyable to read.
Thank you Amy x
I won this in a competition and thank Amy for her kindness in offering it as a prize.
This is an interesting look into the life of a sight-impaired person where there is no hiding or holding back and Amy is transparent in her descriptions and stories. Each chapter is a different story and beneath each one there is an underlying bit of humour which makes light of her problems or mistakes. Everyone likes a bit of a laugh whether we are sighted or blind. This had me chuckling to the extent that I was asked on more than one occasion what I was laughing at.
Amy does not let anything hold her back, if she is told she will not be able to do something, advised that it is not for her then this makes her even more determined to do it. Sometimes twice just to prove that the first time was not a fluke. Climbing Mt Fuki Japan's highest mountain was one such incident, at least she got her marks on her sticky thingy. This would be a feat in itself for a sighted person but Amy was determined to make it to the top.
Her recollection of attending a conference, ending up in the broom cupboard was one such incident where she had to pluck up her courage in both hands and face the situation. She either stayed there till the end of the speakers session or nonchalantly walked out and went to attend her own meeting.
There were times when Amy felt indignant when she was treated as if she were not there. Other times people would greet her and she would have to try and place their voice as she was unable to make out their features.
Amy highlights all too well the obstacles that partially sighted people face on a daily basis. Picking the wrong coat up, pouring a drink, maneuvering stairs, all things that sighted people take for granted. Try walking around your own home with a blindfold on and see what happens. I did and I have the bruises to prove it and I thought I knew my own home well.
This is a well written book, interesting, informative and an upbeat, charming and candid collection of stories that are very enjoyable to read.
Thank you Amy x
May 29, 2020
The stories don't need to be read in order. Likes the word "adventure" quite a bit. Easy to pick and choose what strikes your fancy, but don't go by the titles given. They are often surprise-lets that can lead you astray. Browse or skim first through the MIDDLE of the stories for the one or two that you like. Lots of dialogue with characters who don't get a chance to develop, but maintains a positive attitude when not trying to preach or teach. Sometimes can get a little impatient with the non-visually impaired. Could show a little more empathy to demonstrate that she can "see" things from their side, too. The poor cashier in "I'm No Squiggle" probably had zero experience dealing with blind shoppers because--I don't know--maybe some of them get their items in other ways besides in-store shopping by themselves. This seems like a small-town issue in some ways. I love the positivity when it emerges, but the pattern is repeated a bit much with predicament->impatience->difficulty->resolution->lesson and SOMETIMES humor somewhere. Not so sure the "light-hearted" aspect is in all stories, but she attempts to bring it in, through tongue-in-cheek fashion or quirky styling. Can often be slow-moving with long durations of non-action, but the focus is on lots of little details that sometimes are inserted without purpose except for detail's sake. Sometimes things get bogged down in setting or environment, or even facial expressions of characters. More self-reflection and understanding of others outside of the loop could help her to guide us into living alongside low-vision community members. A more easily discernible theme that combines all of the little story-lets here might work better. Good effort, could use tightening and stronger reason for those outside her circle who might be interested in picking this up.
March 26, 2020
I enjoy books from a small press that publishes this title. But this was something of a left turn for me from the publisher and had me wondering about why it was selected for publication. Is it a great read? No. Is it a good read? Well, if you like cute/corny lines and overly described scenes that often lead to nowhere but a same ol’-same ol’ uplifting conclusion that seems to be tacked on as the takeaway for every story, then I guess it might be fair. The author seems upset at times and cannot empathize with those who mean well or just want to treat her like a sighted person. Does she want help? Or does she want to be an equal? It’s never clear! Should we be sympathetic? Or should we just be inspired. Not sure, as the stories zigzag between “help me, I’m blind” and “don’t help me, I can do it myself.” As I said, this book is a strange addition to the publisher’s usually strong samples of compelling pieces of work that exemplify strong writing style and ability, so I wonder if this might have been an oversight or just a poor choice for inclusion. I tried to enjoy it, but some proofreading issues and oddly composed ideas with tons of overly sensory segments make it seem like it’s sometimes more of an exercise in a writing class. These problems cause the flow to lag. And you wonder why the focus is so far off the vision impairment issue. Overall, it’s a simple read with more predicaments and problems than “lighter side” vignettes, and with zero confessions at all. The title is a bit misleading. Kind of something friends and family might enjoy, but general public appeal might be limited to very-very specific audiences.
February 24, 2026
My friend used to say that blind people needed to be brave and to have a good sense of humour…this after I had accidentally walked her into a guy at the bar whilst supposedly guiding her to the toilets.
Amy Bovaird certainly has a sense of humour as well as the knack of telling a good story against herself as the anecdotes in this, her second book in the Mobility series, proves. From a surreal conversation in a lift with the emergency services to the undoubted dangers of trellises, comfortable carpets to computer pictures, Amy paints a picture of the hurdles she faces in everyday life with humour and aplomb.
Amy is also undoubtedly brave. From climbing Mount Fuji alone despite night blindness to speaking at an important event, Amy negotiates every hurdle magnificently. As she moves through her sight loss journey ‘Conquering the mighty Corbett of Vision Loss’ she also finds the confidence she needs to speak up and ask for help rather than sit on the floor.
For those of us not facing vision loss, this book also highlights very real ways to help someone rather than blunder into somewhere we’re not wanted… like I did with my friend.
Amy Bovaird certainly has a sense of humour as well as the knack of telling a good story against herself as the anecdotes in this, her second book in the Mobility series, proves. From a surreal conversation in a lift with the emergency services to the undoubted dangers of trellises, comfortable carpets to computer pictures, Amy paints a picture of the hurdles she faces in everyday life with humour and aplomb.
Amy is also undoubtedly brave. From climbing Mount Fuji alone despite night blindness to speaking at an important event, Amy negotiates every hurdle magnificently. As she moves through her sight loss journey ‘Conquering the mighty Corbett of Vision Loss’ she also finds the confidence she needs to speak up and ask for help rather than sit on the floor.
For those of us not facing vision loss, this book also highlights very real ways to help someone rather than blunder into somewhere we’re not wanted… like I did with my friend.
November 13, 2017
I have been reading a series of books put out by a press specializing in memoirs, many by people who have moved to other countries. Although the author of this one was indeed a world traveler, having taught all over the world, this one focuses on her journey as she adapts to losing her vision through Retinitis Pigmentosa. She seems determined to not give into her vision issues, but eventually does decide to learn to use a cane, although she still keeps leaving it behind. It's interesting to see the way she tries to learn a lesson from each of her difficult situations. It's not the most professionally written book, but the content is interesting and her spirit is impressive.
June 12, 2021
Learning to live with declining sight
I'm sure Amy wouldn't agree with me, because she comes over as a very modest person, but I think she's one brave lady. Being diagnosed with Retinisis Pigmentosa must have been devastating, and the thought of having to use a cane and be marked as blind was a huge challenge to her. But through humor she shares her adventures, accidents and inspirations, and explains how each experience helped her to move along her journey to learning to live with RP, and not let it get the better of her. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and definitely recommend it.
I'm sure Amy wouldn't agree with me, because she comes over as a very modest person, but I think she's one brave lady. Being diagnosed with Retinisis Pigmentosa must have been devastating, and the thought of having to use a cane and be marked as blind was a huge challenge to her. But through humor she shares her adventures, accidents and inspirations, and explains how each experience helped her to move along her journey to learning to live with RP, and not let it get the better of her. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and definitely recommend it.
February 18, 2026
I have not red this yet, but I gave a copy to my mom and she said this:
I am so impressed with Amy Bovaird. Not sure I spelled her last name correctly but I see her reluctance and using the cane the same way I see people here so reluctant to use a walker or a wheelchair. It’s a big change in people’s life and this author has really gotten it the way she is accepting or trying to accept her loss of vision and what she’s going through to help her get around once she does lose it totally.
I am so impressed with Amy Bovaird. Not sure I spelled her last name correctly but I see her reluctance and using the cane the same way I see people here so reluctant to use a walker or a wheelchair. It’s a big change in people’s life and this author has really gotten it the way she is accepting or trying to accept her loss of vision and what she’s going through to help her get around once she does lose it totally.
May 18, 2021
Learning the ropes
Amy has written a touching yet humorous story of her time learning how to navigate all aspects of life as her eyesight worsens. I love the Christian part of this book and the humor she employs in her life. Anyone with eyesight issues would benefit from reading or having this book read to them. Five stars.
Amy has written a touching yet humorous story of her time learning how to navigate all aspects of life as her eyesight worsens. I love the Christian part of this book and the humor she employs in her life. Anyone with eyesight issues would benefit from reading or having this book read to them. Five stars.
February 20, 2026
Amy I was just so impressed with your book. Living in an assisted living environment I see people every day wanting to NOT be dependant on a walker, cane or wheelchair so I could easily find a connection to your book. I also got many chuckles reading it. Thank you for sharing. I highly recommend everyone reading this.
August 16, 2018
Just a little inconvenience
Amy is such a positive person. Many of us with corrected vision or perfect vision would never climb Mt Fuji or kayak in the Caribbean. But, nothing stops Amy. She treats her failing sight as just a little inconvenience. Amy, I admire you.
Amy is such a positive person. Many of us with corrected vision or perfect vision would never climb Mt Fuji or kayak in the Caribbean. But, nothing stops Amy. She treats her failing sight as just a little inconvenience. Amy, I admire you.
December 6, 2017
Amy brings humor to vision loss.
Written with humor... a great memoir about her vision loss. Amy tells it like it is for her trips, falls, stubbornness and all. A great read.
Written with humor... a great memoir about her vision loss. Amy tells it like it is for her trips, falls, stubbornness and all. A great read.
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October 18, 2023Really enjoyed how I felt like I was with her as I listened I could vidualize easily as she described things it was amazing!
July 5, 2018
This is a story about AMY who at a young age developed Retinitis Pigmentosa. This meant she was going to go blind. So once you know this how do you live with it. Each chapter is a different story about how she coped. I can’t imagine—I fall a lot and I have no problem with my eyesight. She definitely had to pay a lot of attention and she had a dog that she had to take for walks. Amy tells us how she finally realized she did need to use a cane. If you or someone you know is having trouble seeing and deciding at what point to use a cane this is a great book. Amy never felt sorry for herself (at least she didn’t tell us). The chapter I absolutely was amazed at was the one when she climbed the mountain—incredible—I don’t think I could do it and she did it twice. Very impressive and a very good book. I recommend this book.
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