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From: Vixen.*@f11.n203.z1.fidonet.org (Vixen *)
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Subject: Re: A NEW CANE
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Date: 12 Feb 90 03:03:37 GMT
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Hi Carla,

Well, you have pretty much stated how I think I feel about my rigid
cane versus a folding cane.

I think what I will probably do is, when I know I am going to be
out and around and walking or standing a lot, I will use my
fiberglass rigid cane, and when I am going to be sitting and things
like that, I will continue to use a folding cane. So, I will see if
I can get a longer folding cane for those times!

If NFB wants me to be independent they will have to accept my
independence from them as well. Using a folding cane does not mean
I am ashamed of being a blind person.

Keepin' the faith!

.                        Vixen

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