Reflection 11

This week was my favorite week by far to talk to Emily, I thought that it was so interesting to hear about her lifestyle and the way that she learned to adapt with her disability. I realized that we all have flaws or imperfections but we don't have to allow that to define us in any way. As long as we have a positive outlook on life, we can accomplish anything. I loved being able to ask her questions and listening to how she has impacted people around her and not even realizing it. I have seen in my own life how we can impact others for the good and not realize how much we really do in this world. I thought it was interesting how she had a braille machine and was able to type onto it and make her own braille. I loved how she made her own games and improvised. I thought it was so cool how her Book of Mormon was in braille and she could read it like that. I  am very close to the deaf community because I had a deaf teacher in high school that taught me sign language, we were able to become great friends!!! She took me under her wing and showed me a whole new way of life, It was so crazy! I eventually came to the point of interpreting for her for a while before I left for college. I miss those times and being able to use my other senses!I think that Emily will continue to influence those around her with her bright spirit!