Spirituality for Today – July 2011 – Volume 15, Issue 12  The
Gift of Communication  By Sandra Martin  Even though I've been
totally blind for the past twenty-seven years, a result of
juvenile diabetes, the splendor of Florida's sunshine on this
crisp January morning could not be hidden from me. It served as
a fitting prelude to one of the most surprising and profound
moments of my life as Anna and I followed my partner into the
Ft. Myers Library. The walk from the parking lot on such a
beautiful day offered many temptations to Anna, curious by
nature, but she maintained her composure as a dutiful guide dog.
A photo of a seeing eye dog  We'd come to the library to
participate in the Deaf Community Fair representing the Visually
Impaired Persons of Southwest Florida. We always welcome an
opportunity to share with the public about the services we
provide to assist blind and visually impaired persons with the
tools, support and opportunities necessary to successfully
achieve their desired level of independence.