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Walking While Blind in Manhattan

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Walking While Blind in Manhattan During the Pandemic

I was invited by @NextAvenue, a web magazine owned by @PBS and geared toward older readers, to write about my experience navigating the streets and sidewalks of Manhattan during the pandemic.

As a blind resident navigating New York City during the pandemic, I’ve encountered a city transformed. The usual cacophony of Manhattan, crucial for my spatial navigation, has been replaced by an unsettling quiet due to the COVID-19 lockdowns. Accompanied by my guide dog, Inga, each step in this new silence has presented unique challenges.

What has struck me most during these times is the enduring spirit of the New Yorkers. The creativity of restaurants setting up outdoor dining and the kindness of strangers assisting me through these new urban mazes underscore the adaptability and community spirit of this great city.

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