The theme of season 4 is "Stories Beyond Sight: The Power of Perspective". We have a host of guests whose stories we can't wait for you to hear!

This season's book club: Little Bear Sees by by Aubri Tallent, Andrei Tallent, and Fredy Bush

https://littlebearsees.org/little-bear-sees-how-children-with-cortical-visual-impairment-can-learn-to-see/

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Cathy engages in a heartfelt conversation with Tammy Miller, dedicated teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) and mother to Nicole, who received early intervention TVI services. Tammy shares her journey of navigating her daughter's visual impairment and how the support of TVIs like Cathy inspired her to pursue a career in the field. In this episode, we explore the pressing need for teachers of the visually impaired and we invite you to consider becoming a TVI!

Jenny and Paige further delve into the theme of caring for your mind, sharing practical insights for families. From pursuing higher education to integrating mindful practices into daily routines, they emphasize the importance of nurturing mental well-being. We hope this conversation inspires you to consider ways to care for your brain!

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This episode is a follow up to Lola’s Story with Meredith Howell that was released on September 4th. If you have not listened to Lola’s story we recommend you listen to that episode before listening to this episode. Jenny interviews Rita DeVore. Rita is mother to Meredith and grandmother to Lola. Rita is also the Special Projects & Volunteer Coordinator at VIPS. Rita tells us about her relationship with Lola, how she supports her family and encourages other grandparents to get involved in the lives of their grandchildren no matter how difficult the situation. Dr. Cathy, Jenny & Paige reflect on the need families have for this special kind of support. Paige includes some great ideas on how to be involved with your grandchildren whether you live next door or across the country.

In Lola’s story Meredith discusses creating the NR2F1 Foundation with a group of other mothers. For more information on the NR2F1 Foundation visit their website: https://nr2f1.org/

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Paige speaks with Sarah, Mom to Max, about caring for herself, for Max, and for her relationship with her husband, Garrett. Max is a young adult who has CHARGE syndrome and is deafblind. Over the years, Sarah and Garrett have grown closer together in their love for one another, and Sarah shares her advice for healthy relationships, including when to say "yes", and when to say "no".

Cathy, Paige, and Jenny discuss the encouraging statistics surrounding marriages of parents of children with disabilities, and Jenny shares her own relationship successes.

**Intimacy is briefly discussed from 30:00-32:00**

Article by Robert Naseef, Ph.D. and Brian Freeman, Ph.D.: Maintaining+a+Marriage.pdf

Sarah's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahcawthon7511

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Paige interviews Ashley Reynolds and Brian Runyon, both graduates of VIPS. Ashley and Brian share what self-care means to them and their favorite ways to care for themselves. Ashley shares encouraging words for families of young children with vision loss.  

Paige, Jenny, and Cathy reflect on how technology skills learned in the classroom can help children with blindness and low vision access activities they like to do.  

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This season the Feeling This Life team read the book Thunder Dog by Michael Hingson. Thunder Dog is a New York Times bestseller telling the true story of a blind man, his guide dog, and the triumph of trust. The book tells the story of Mr. Hingson’s life and how he and his guide dog, Roselle, escaped the Twin Towers on 9/11.

In this episode Paige, Jenny and Dr. Cathy will share their thoughts on the book focusing on what stood out to them the most including how Mr. Hingson was raised and the courageous story he shares. Dr. Cathy discusses research and a brief history of visual impairments and how society and medical advancements have changed since the 1950’s.

Thunder Dog can be purchased on Amazon using the link below or wherever books are sold. It is also available as an Audible Audiobook.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=thunder+dog&crid=3OONMJP3852D8&sprefix=thunder+dog%2Caps%2C137&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

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