The Blind Chick

Born to a mother who is also blind, Peggy Chong has been blind her whole life, and she has been active in the community ever since she can remember. She’s an astounding person and a published author who brings life to women and men in history who were blind.

It all started when she was asked to clean out some files at the Home for the Blind in Minnesota when it closed. Instead of tossing all of the records directly into the trash, she stopped to read some of them. Then she stumbled across the story of a blind congressman. That spark lit a passion to learn and share the stories of other blind individuals. Married with a love of genealogy, she turned to writing and sharing stories.

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Join her mailing list by contacting Peggy at:

She is self published on Smashwords.com - search for Peggy Chong or the Blind History Lady

Find her book on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Don-Mahoney-Television-Peggy-Chong/dp/1098082958/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=peggy+chong&qid=1644438458&sr=8-1

Born to a mother who is also blind, Peggy Chong has been blind her whole life, and she has been active in the community ever since she can remember. She’s an astounding person and a published author who brings life to women and men in history who were blind.

It all started when she was asked to clean out some files at the Home for the Blind in Minnesota when it closed. Instead of tossing all of the records directly into the trash, she stopped to read some of them. Then she stumbled across the story of a blind congressman. That spark lit a passion to learn and share the stories of other blind individuals. Married with a love of genealogy, she turned to writing and sharing stories.

Join Penn and Peggy on Aftersight!

Join her mailing list by contacting Peggy at:

She is self published on Smashwords.com - search for Peggy Chong or the Blind History Lady

Find her book on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Don-Mahoney-Television-Peggy-Chong/dp/1098082958/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=peggy+chong&qid=1644438458&sr=8-1

Nick was born 90 days too early back in 1942, so early that the doctors told his mother to “pick a name so they could bury him.” But, with the help of an incubator, Nick survived - even if the process took most of his vision. He has been leading an incredible life ever since. As an advocate for people with disabilities, he spoke truth to power… and was fired and blackballed for his effort. He has been a broadcaster, a reporter, bureau chief, photographer, student, teacher, and so much more.

Nick is an astounding and endearing person who shares his life and his work. Join Nick and Penn on Aftersight today!

You can find Nick at [email protected] -or- (970) 945-8936

Listen to the Tactile Traveler wherever you find podcasts!

Nick was born 90 days too early back in 1942, so early that the doctors told his mother to “pick a name so they could bury him.” But, with the help of an incubator, Nick survived - even if the process took most of his vision. He has been leading an incredible life ever since. As an advocate for people with disabilities, he spoke truth to power… and was fired and blackballed for his effort. He has been a broadcaster, a reporter, bureau chief, photographer, student, teacher, and so much more.

Nick is an astounding and endearing person who shares his life and his work. Join Nick and Penn on Aftersight today!

You can find Nick at [email protected] -or- (970) 945-8936

Listen to the Tactile Traveler wherever you find podcasts!

Certified Senior Advisor and author of, Why a Reverse Mortgage, Don talks us through what a reverse mortgage is and how a reverse mortgage can solve financial issues for homeowners. Don Opeka is with Orion Mortgage, INC. He knows that a reverse mortgage is not for everyone, but is an expert in when it makes sense, and how it can positively impact the lives of seniors and their families.

Orion Mortgage, Inc. specializes in providing personal loan consultations to refinance Colorado properties with both traditional “forward” mortgages and Reverse Mortgages. Orion understands that each borrower is different and we are committed to helping people find the right mortgage product for your needs. They make the process of securing a mortgage as simple and straightforward as possible.

Certified Senior Advisor and author of, Why a Reverse Mortgage, Don talks us through what a reverse mortgage is and how a reverse mortgage can solve financial issues for homeowners. Don Opeka is with Orion Mortgage, INC. He knows that a reverse mortgage is not for everyone, but is an expert in when it makes sense, and how it can positively impact the lives of seniors and their families.

Orion Mortgage, Inc. specializes in providing personal loan consultations to refinance Colorado properties with both traditional “forward” mortgages and Reverse Mortgages. Orion understands that each borrower is different and we are committed to helping people find the right mortgage product for your needs. They make the process of securing a mortgage as simple and straightforward as possible.

Diagnosed with a rare eye disease called Leber’s congenital amaurosis, a genetic condition carried by her parents. Effects the retinas and slowly degrades the vision.

Jaden talks about how her parents recognized her symptoms of failing vision, and her journey through misdiagnosis to finally understanding her condition. She talks about how the signs were there from the age of two, but how it took a while for her to be diagnosed… and how much longer it took before she was given the resources she needed to be successful in public school. She also talks about the struggles of being different

But Jaden is tenacious, lively, and engaging. She advocated for herself and hasn't let anything stand in her way. And, while she very openly talks about her life, her vision, and her experiences, it's so obvious that she's not being defined or limited by her vision loss. She has dreams of teaching and working with young people as a teacher of the visually impaired. She loves music and plays the keyboard and bass.

Join Penn and Jaden today on Aftersight!

Diagnosed with a rare eye disease called Leber’s congenital amaurosis, a genetic condition carried by her parents. Effects the retinas and slowly degrades the vision.

Jaden talks about how her parents recognized her symptoms of failing vision, and her journey through misdiagnosis to finally understanding her condition. She talks about how the signs were there from the age of two, but how it took a while for her to be diagnosed… and how much longer it took before she was given the resources she needed to be successful in public school. She also talks about the struggles of being different

But Jaden is tenacious, lively, and engaging. She advocated for herself and hasn't let anything stand in her way. And, while she very openly talks about her life, her vision, and her experiences, it's so obvious that she's not being defined or limited by her vision loss. She has dreams of teaching and working with young people as a teacher of the visually impaired. She loves music and plays the keyboard and bass.

Join Penn and Jaden today on Aftersight!

Penn and Olive chat together about the relationship between a granddaughter with vision and a grandmother who is visually impaired. Olive is a bright, effervescent spirit with a fun and candid take.

Olive, who is nine, shares her thoughts on the positives and negatives of having a “Nana” who can’t see very well - but mostly, she makes it obvious that it’s really not a big deal for her.

Join Penn and Olive this week on Aftersight!

Penn and Olive chat together about the relationship between a granddaughter with vision and a grandmother who is visually impaired. Olive is a bright, effervescent spirit with a fun and candid take.

Olive, who is nine, shares her thoughts on the positives and negatives of having a “Nana” who can’t see very well - but mostly, she makes it obvious that it’s really not a big deal for her.

Join Penn and Olive this week on Aftersight!