Jefferson Davis — Blind Photographer, Advocate, Writer

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  • Blind Cane
    Life

    Walking With a Blind Cane

    April 11, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Living with vision impairment involves constant learning and adaptation, and my recent experiences have truly highlighted this journey. Participating in orientation and mobility training with a specialist from Columbia was not just an educational endeavor, but a life-affirming one. The specialist displayed a remarkable combination of professional expertise and compassionate support that has empowered me in ways I hadn't imagined possible.

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    Reflections

    Monday Jaunts Through Norman: Coffee, Chaos, and the Senses That Guide Me

    March 30, 2026
    Jefferson Davis Reflection

    Stuck

    April 13, 2024
    ADA signage requirements for Municipal buildings

    Why Every Office Door in City Hall Must Have Raised Lettering and Braille: ADA Signage Requirements for Municipal Public Buildings

    June 24, 2026
  • A photograph of Table Rock from the Caesars Head Overlook.
    Life,  Photography

    The Great Blue Hills of God

    April 8, 2024 / 0 Comments

    The stories told by my grandfather were not just narratives of the past; they were the threads that wove the fabric of our identity. He would speak of the legacy left by the Cherokee on these lands, leaving a mark as indelible as the seasons themselves. To this day, I feel the presence of my ancestors in the rustling leaves and the gentle babble of the brooks, as if they are reaching through time to remind me of who I am and whence I came.

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    Blind Cane

    Walking With a Blind Cane

    April 11, 2024
    Jefferson Davis Reflection

    Stuck

    April 13, 2024
    A black and white photo of a hand holding a cup of BeanStalk Coffee in Norman, OK.

    Snow Ice Walkabout Adventure: A Monday Encounter

    February 4, 2026
  • Black and white photo of a leaf.
    Life,  Photography

    Insignificant Leaf

    April 6, 2024 / 1 Comment

    In a previous discussion, I highlighted the inherent beauty contained within the minute details of our everyday lives. We find ourselves ensnared in the incessant pace of existence, perpetually striving to surpass the expectations laid out before us—both our own and those of others who hold stakes in our journey. This unyielding race often blinds us to the profound joys of life's subtleties.

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    A black and white photograph of columns on Main Street in Norman, Oklahoma. You can see the Main Street in the background as well.

    My ‘Gotcha’ Moment: Tech and Blindness Misunderstandings

    March 3, 2026
    Moving to Arizona

    Moving on…

    May 25, 2024
    An AI generated photograph of a road leading into Norman, Oklahoma. There is a title that states, "We Moved".

    Why We Moved from Arizona to Norman, Oklahoma: A Personal Journey

    January 14, 2026
  • Macro shot of a Pinecone
    Life,  Photography

    Macro Details

    April 5, 2024 / 3 Comments

    As an enthusiast of the minute marvels in life, my fascination with macro photography isn't merely a hobby—it's a profound appreciation for the smaller details that often go unnoticed. The intricate details one can capture through this photographic technique are nothing short of magical. Each shot is a testament to my belief that the microcosm reflects the grandeur of the larger universe.

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    31 months for a guide dog

    Waiting for a Guide Dog: The Wait, the Cost, the Training

    November 8, 2026
    Blind Visionaries

    Blind Visionaries: 11 People Who Proved Sight Isn’t the Same as Vision

    July 1, 2026
    Jefferson Davis Reflection

    Stuck

    April 13, 2024
  • A photograph of a lock sealing a gate in Easley, SC.
    Life

    Life Update

    March 23, 2024 / 0 Comments

    On the preceding Friday, as if on cue from an unwelcome script, a virulent sickness took hold of me. At that time, the nature of my malady was a mystery, but its impact was immediate and undeniable. I heeded my body's distress signals, retreating early to seek the comfort of my bed's embrace, where I lingered through the dark hours.

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    Blind Cane

    Walking With a Blind Cane

    April 11, 2024
    Caesars Head Overlook

    Easter Film

    April 1, 2024
    Macro shot of a Pinecone

    Macro Details

    April 5, 2024
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