Category Archives: Blindness

Symbolism of the Locks on the Erie Canal & an Author’s Dog Fighting IBD

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

Do you take comfort in certain manmade structures? Two of my top three – lighthouses and covered bridges – have virtually universal appeal. Lighthouses are beacons of hope, turning unforeseen disasters into visible rock formations, skirted with a flick of … Continue reading →

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Is Literacy Really for Everyone? – the Numbers Tell a Different Story 

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

“They’re right! It is nice to snuggle up with a good book.” – photo by Rich Hill Which minority has the greatest disparity between literacy, unemployment and income on the one hand and intellect, talent and willingness to work on … Continue reading →

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Novel or Scrapbook: the Benefits of Being a Writer

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

A Goodreads member recently asked my thoughts on the best thing about being a writer. The following is based on my answer. My first inclination was to make it clear up front that in enumerating the wondrous world of the … Continue reading →

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Friendships in the Dark by Phyllis Campbell – a Book Review

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

Friendships in the Dark, Vol. 1 by Phyllis Campbell My rating: 5 of 5 stars When you read the subtitle of Friendships in the Dark, what do you think you’ll be getting? Stories about great people? Great animals? If so, … Continue reading →

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Same-Sex Marriage, Americans with Disabilities & the Unintended Consequences of Refusing to Do Business

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

Since same-sex marriage became legal in Pennsylvania, most wedding-industry businesses have been welcoming to their new customers. Nevertheless, here in Northeast Pennsylvania, several stories of discrimination have fowled our local news. W.W. Bridal Boutique in Bloomsburg, Cake Pros Bakery in … Continue reading →

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Book Review – Being Legally Blind by Justin Oldham

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

Being Legally Blind: Observations for Parents of Visually Impaired Children by Justin Oldham My rating: 5 of 5 stars Sooner or later, all parents, despite the joys of bringing a new life into being and the hopes for a wonderful … Continue reading →

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ADA: 24 years — Why People with Disabilities are Complaining

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

Americans with disabilities are supposed to have equal rights. They are protected by federal law from discrimination in areas such as employment, public accommodations, transportation and government services. The landmark legislation establishing these rights and the framework to procure and … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Big New Yorker Book of Dogs

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

The Big New Yorker Book of Dogs by The New Yorker My rating: 5 of 5 stars Ever since humans started throwing scraps to the adventurous wolves beyond the firelight, dogs have been inspiring us and drawing forth from us … Continue reading →

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Writing Process: Native American author Amy Krout-Horn – Seeking Sacred Space

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

My sincere gratitude to Donna W. Hill, author of The Heart of Applebutter Hill, for her invitation to participate in the Writing Process Blog Tour. She afforded me this opportunity, and then took her kindness and generosity a step further … Continue reading →

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Writing Process: The Heart of Applebutter Hill Author Weaves Fantasy & Reality

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Donna W. Hill

Many thanks to Utah novelist Traci McDonald for inviting me to participate in the Writing Process Blog Tour. Traci is the author of the romance novel Killing Casanova (Crimson Romance 2012). Her follow up novel Burning Bridger is in the … Continue reading →

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