An encounter with a visually handicapped couple..

Well, finally had the inspiration to blog after a long period.. This incident left such a deep impression in my heart that I really felt like sharing it..

The encounter with the visually handicapped couple took place at the escalator at the overhead bridge. I approached them to ask if they need help in directions because both of them were using the canes to move around. It was really the 'blind leading the blind'.

To my amazement, the lady rejected me saying they could manage. I observed them quietly from behind for awhile to assure their safety. I really admired them, they could talk and yet still navigated their way through the crowd..

How many times have people really stopped and care for the disabled in Singapore? Let's just zoom in onto the visually- handicapped population.

Often, they are either discriminated or ignored especially when boarding the train or the bus. It is heartening to see youths approaching them to offer their help. What they really want and need is just a normal way of life with the public treating them as normal..

In fact, the word that we use can contain meanings of discrimination e.g the blind person.. This is a pretty common word used but to me, I refrain from using this word. Because everytime, we will use this word to scold others"are you blind?"I feel visually handicapped may be a better choice of word.. well this is my opinion afterall..

The next time if a visually handicapped person appears near you, do offer your help to them.. Its a joy to help others.. By helping them, you are actually helping yourself to grow as well...