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As most may have gathered long by now, Winry is a character loosely based after my real sister. She was born three years and four days after I was. She was also born with the very same eye condition that took the last of my physical vision back in 2016.
The reason I wish to share this information is that, as of December 19th, 2019, my sister has officially had usable eyesight for longer than I did. She is struggling to hold on to what is left in her right eye but she can still see well enough to watch TV, use a computer with magnification technology, and even go for walks without requiring the use of her white cane!
I’d like to think that what doctors learned from me has played a huge part in my sister retaining vision. It’s not great vision but it is definitely far better than nothing. They also know to leave her distressed cornea alone as, for me, each time they messed with my unhealthy cornea I ended up in not-so-great shape. There are a number of things they would have done to her what they did to me if they didn’t see how the effects on me had such potential for negative outcomes. Unfortunately this does mean my sister is in on-and-off pain from her unhealthy cornea. She also does have days where she sees more clearly than others as a result of the ‘Angry Cornea’. However, from what I can tell when I see her, she can still make out some facial features, at close range, along with what makes up the layout of a room, street crossing, etc.
Also, unlike myself, my sister has been able to hold a great career for over a decade! She not only has learned a lot from the ups-and-downs of my experiences but also has taken on a very positive career working as a Vocational Rehabilitation Therapist!
As a VRT, who recently was certified in teaching Orientation & Mobility (O&M), my sister gets travel assistance to aid those with visual impairments in multiple counties throughout the state of Pennsylvania. So she not only is doing better in retaining her eyesight but has also put the ‘ability’ in her disability by getting educated, trained, and being a true inspiration to those who can see how a person with visual limitations can succeed in life.
Another great thing is how, unlike me, Winry has not needed to get on anti-anxiety and depression medications. There’s nothing wrong with needing them but I am glad she has been able to maintain a fairly stable life largely free of surgeries, belittlement, etc.
I had waited for this day to come since I was told my chances to ever see again were finished. I even told the doctor who said I was finished that I’d feel good knowing they could take what they learned from me to make it so my sister could retain her usable vision longer. I do know what they gleamed from me over the years, along with my sister, has helped to make being born with Glaucoma no longer the visual death sentence it was when we were born. However knowing what they learned from me kept my sister from going through what I did while also keeping her out of so many surgeries is my truest accomplishment.
Keep on flying, Winry! Your little-big bro is thankful for what you’ve been able to do and be spared of. I’ll keep trying to do my best but, in the least, I know you are flying high in being the more confident, professional, and mentally sound of us both.
tackiAs most may have gathered long by now, Winry is a character loosely based after my real sister. She was born three years and four days after I was. She was also born with the very same eye condition that took the last of my physical vision back in 2016.
The reason I wish to share this information is that, as of December 19th, 2019, my sister has officially had usable eyesight for longer than I did. She is struggling to hold on to what is left in her right eye but she can still see well enough to watch TV, use a computer with magnification technology, and even go for walks without requiring the use of her white cane!
I’d like to think that what doctors learned from me has played a huge part in my sister retaining vision. It’s not great vision but it is definitely far better than nothing. They also know to leave her distressed cornea alone as, for me, each time they messed with my unhealthy cornea I ended up in not-so-great shape. There are a number of things they would have done to her what they did to me if they didn’t see how the effects on me had such potential for negative outcomes. Unfortunately this does mean my sister is in on-and-off pain from her unhealthy cornea. She also does have days where she sees more clearly than others as a result of the ‘Angry Cornea’. However, from what I can tell when I see her, she can still make out some facial features, at close range, along with what makes up the layout of a room, street crossing, etc.
Also, unlike myself, my sister has been able to hold a great career for over a decade! She not only has learned a lot from the ups-and-downs of my experiences but also has taken on a very positive career working as a Vocational Rehabilitation Therapist!
As a VRT, who recently was certified in teaching Orientation & Mobility (O&M), my sister gets travel assistance to aid those with visual impairments in multiple counties throughout the state of Pennsylvania. So she not only is doing better in retaining her eyesight but has also put the ‘ability’ in her disability by getting educated, trained, and being a true inspiration to those who can see how a person with visual limitations can succeed in life.
Another great thing is how, unlike me, Winry has not needed to get on anti-anxiety and depression medications. There’s nothing wrong with needing them but I am glad she has been able to maintain a fairly stable life largely free of surgeries, belittlement, etc.
I had waited for this day to come since I was told my chances to ever see again were finished. I even told the doctor who said I was finished that I’d feel good knowing they could take what they learned from me to make it so my sister could retain her usable vision longer. I do know what they gleamed from me over the years, along with my sister, has helped to make being born with Glaucoma no longer the visual death sentence it was when we were born. However knowing what they learned from me kept my sister from going through what I did while also keeping her out of so many surgeries is my truest accomplishment.
Keep on flying, Winry! Your little-big bro is thankful for what you’ve been able to do and be spared of. I’ll keep trying to do my best but, in the least, I know you are flying high in being the more confident, professional, and mentally sound of us both.
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How much do you think your sister can help you find a better career? Is it hard to look up to a big little sister?
In my own work, as you may remember, a big brother starts to feel he’s in the shadow of his little sister. In this case, both of them are overpowered unicorns, and both of them have become royals. It’s just that the sister has become a ruler — while he remains a prince consort.
In the desire to feel properly appreciated, the brother takes advantage of the rulers’ feelings of insecurity. This way, he can feel like the power behind the thrones. To find peace, he must learn to look up to his big little sister.
In my own work, as you may remember, a big brother starts to feel he’s in the shadow of his little sister. In this case, both of them are overpowered unicorns, and both of them have become royals. It’s just that the sister has become a ruler — while he remains a prince consort.
In the desire to feel properly appreciated, the brother takes advantage of the rulers’ feelings of insecurity. This way, he can feel like the power behind the thrones. To find peace, he must learn to look up to his big little sister.
A most interesting correlation. Though I've always seen my sister as the more 'professional' and 'least awkward' of us.
It was funny when I was at the Colorado Center Of The Blind in 2005. Everyone thought I was the 'younger' brother. I took no offense, actually I took it as a compliment, but I have always been the 'cartoon' and 'extrovert' of the our pairing. (My sister is not a fan of doing public speaking nor being sought out. She prefers to do what she does, do it well, and call it a day. I'm the one between the two who is the ever outgoing Spike The Dragon who seeks validation that I'm relevant because I want to be out there, seen, and show how those, like me, are not to be hidden away.)
My sister and I both have unique talents and, I'm certain, she is envious of how outgoing I am. Though we all must do what we can with what God has given along with intended for us. :)
It was funny when I was at the Colorado Center Of The Blind in 2005. Everyone thought I was the 'younger' brother. I took no offense, actually I took it as a compliment, but I have always been the 'cartoon' and 'extrovert' of the our pairing. (My sister is not a fan of doing public speaking nor being sought out. She prefers to do what she does, do it well, and call it a day. I'm the one between the two who is the ever outgoing Spike The Dragon who seeks validation that I'm relevant because I want to be out there, seen, and show how those, like me, are not to be hidden away.)
My sister and I both have unique talents and, I'm certain, she is envious of how outgoing I am. Though we all must do what we can with what God has given along with intended for us. :)
That is my hope. Yep, yep, yep!
My sister also still has both eyes still in her head, too. So, as I see it, the longer she can hold on to them the more likely they may be able to find some sort of technique to help stop, or at least slow down, the degeneration caused by Glaucoma.
I've also heard drops that truly target Glaucoma are due in the next few years. If she can hold out for those, along with corneal transplants getting better, she may be able to come back at quite a strong strength.
So definitely keeping fingers crossed. :)
My sister also still has both eyes still in her head, too. So, as I see it, the longer she can hold on to them the more likely they may be able to find some sort of technique to help stop, or at least slow down, the degeneration caused by Glaucoma.
I've also heard drops that truly target Glaucoma are due in the next few years. If she can hold out for those, along with corneal transplants getting better, she may be able to come back at quite a strong strength.
So definitely keeping fingers crossed. :)
Oh... I did not realize I did that. :(
I know I have my accomplishments. However, to be honest, I am very grateful my sister has not had to travel the path I have. She's done very well and I would not want her to ever know what it is like to be in my shoes. She's doing well for herself and, especially with work now, I haven't been given a very promising prognosis from corporate nor MetLife's VRC about returning. :(
I'm going to try, try, try. Though the calls I've been making are not proving to be very positive from the end of those I speak to about the problems in which are out of my control.
*Sighs* So, perhaps, I'm a little jealous of my sister not having to deal with what I have to, too. I only want to be able to be the Isabelle / Spike I know I can be without having technology and ADA non-compliance taking away my usefulness.
One day. I'll not give up. Though it really bites what corporate is chucking through. Then again, all businesses are going the 'release first and fix later' approach. This makes no sense but they apparently like to throw money away on tech that not only hurts the special needs community but also the very customers they wish to serve.
I know I have my accomplishments. However, to be honest, I am very grateful my sister has not had to travel the path I have. She's done very well and I would not want her to ever know what it is like to be in my shoes. She's doing well for herself and, especially with work now, I haven't been given a very promising prognosis from corporate nor MetLife's VRC about returning. :(
I'm going to try, try, try. Though the calls I've been making are not proving to be very positive from the end of those I speak to about the problems in which are out of my control.
*Sighs* So, perhaps, I'm a little jealous of my sister not having to deal with what I have to, too. I only want to be able to be the Isabelle / Spike I know I can be without having technology and ADA non-compliance taking away my usefulness.
One day. I'll not give up. Though it really bites what corporate is chucking through. Then again, all businesses are going the 'release first and fix later' approach. This makes no sense but they apparently like to throw money away on tech that not only hurts the special needs community but also the very customers they wish to serve.
*Hugs* I'm glad you did know that 'Winry' was a real person to whom I added not only as an homage but also so Yosh, like myself, would have a sister.
What makes 'Winry' is how, as you see in her design, she is pretty opposite to me when it comes to strengths and weaknesses. However we are both from the same family and know what it is like to go through doctor appointments, surgeries, medication, etc. So it only makes sense you see how they take respective elements of duck and dino based on their unique features both in-character and RL.
Thanks for checking this out and sharing your thoughts, Saphy. :)
What makes 'Winry' is how, as you see in her design, she is pretty opposite to me when it comes to strengths and weaknesses. However we are both from the same family and know what it is like to go through doctor appointments, surgeries, medication, etc. So it only makes sense you see how they take respective elements of duck and dino based on their unique features both in-character and RL.
Thanks for checking this out and sharing your thoughts, Saphy. :)
Yep, yep, yep! I feel a little embarrassed in putting my sister in as 'Winry' for some of the antics Yosh gets into as a result of Nishi with Winry. However that is why fiction is fiction and not actual fact. :)
Winry, as you may guess, is derived from the show "Fullmetal Alchemist". I liked the name of the mechanic and the name itself sounded like it would apply well to a duck-dino.
I brought 'Winry' in as it helps my alternate-world to feel more real when I use it to cope with life situations. Most of Winry's mannerisms are the same as my sister's. The fact she is more confident than Yosh is also what I perceive in her as, well, I paved the way and she was able to use that path to find strength and not get as uch blarf in life as I have.
I am glad my sister does not have anywhere near the traumas I do. She's had 3x less surgeries than I have and, well, that's great. She also has been smart enough to stash as much vacation time in the event she does need surgery. Fortunately the doctors know to not touch her surgically unless it is a true emergency. (Common fixes caused massive disasters for me. Plus I made sure to bring her to those doctor's to whom I was referred to through other experts in the field.)
<LoL!> It's funny as, when I was losing the last of my sight, the primary doctor I had was forced out. So they gave me the best one they had ASAP for treating my Glaucoma. What happened next was my sister was sent a letter referring her to a different specialist. My sister was going to give this person a try but I did not allow it. I called the main number and asked she be put on with the doctor I got. Then my sister went on to talk and say how it wasn't a problem trying the other doctor and the nurse, whom was the glaucoma Coordinator, told her, "No! I'm switching you to your brother's as he is the best-of-the-best.".
What's even cooler is this doctor is a fan of Star Fox and other geeky things. He's a lot of fun and did a very solid effort to try and save my sight.
Winry, as you may guess, is derived from the show "Fullmetal Alchemist". I liked the name of the mechanic and the name itself sounded like it would apply well to a duck-dino.
I brought 'Winry' in as it helps my alternate-world to feel more real when I use it to cope with life situations. Most of Winry's mannerisms are the same as my sister's. The fact she is more confident than Yosh is also what I perceive in her as, well, I paved the way and she was able to use that path to find strength and not get as uch blarf in life as I have.
I am glad my sister does not have anywhere near the traumas I do. She's had 3x less surgeries than I have and, well, that's great. She also has been smart enough to stash as much vacation time in the event she does need surgery. Fortunately the doctors know to not touch her surgically unless it is a true emergency. (Common fixes caused massive disasters for me. Plus I made sure to bring her to those doctor's to whom I was referred to through other experts in the field.)
<LoL!> It's funny as, when I was losing the last of my sight, the primary doctor I had was forced out. So they gave me the best one they had ASAP for treating my Glaucoma. What happened next was my sister was sent a letter referring her to a different specialist. My sister was going to give this person a try but I did not allow it. I called the main number and asked she be put on with the doctor I got. Then my sister went on to talk and say how it wasn't a problem trying the other doctor and the nurse, whom was the glaucoma Coordinator, told her, "No! I'm switching you to your brother's as he is the best-of-the-best.".
What's even cooler is this doctor is a fan of Star Fox and other geeky things. He's a lot of fun and did a very solid effort to try and save my sight.
Wow! I wasn't expecting this in one of your submissions Yosh, but sounds really amazing to me. It seems that your sister is a kind of inspiration to you. Knowing how good (relatively) is going her life you probably feel more satisfied and happy that the people around you are okay, which is really good. The way you describe her really makes me feel that you feel in a completely different mood than usual, you talk about her really proud and that is amazing. It is pretty curious that this achievement was unlocked the day of my 24th birthday... So curious... I find also a bit sad that your family has this congenital condition that makes life a lot harder... Sometimes life is definitely not fair as it should be.
Once again I'm pretty late here but I have to say that I feel really happy for you. Also, the drawing is really kind and adorable. My congratulations for the artist!!
Once again I'm pretty late here but I have to say that I feel really happy for you. Also, the drawing is really kind and adorable. My congratulations for the artist!!
It is wonderful knowing this event happened on the same day as your birthday. This makes the day even more special.
I am very happy for my sister. She does not need a therapist, nor anti-anxiety medication, to keep herself together. She also has had a stable job working for the state of Pennsylvania for over 10 years!
My sister is very strong and quite professional. When we are together, they think I am the younger sibling. Though I use creativity to compensate for my sight loss.
Winry was created as a way for me to share how my sister is the more confident and strong of the two of us. Though I like to believe me coming first helped in her getting treated better.
After the bad things that happened to me, my sister and our doctors have taken a lot of precautions to keep her from falling into the same trouble.
Interesting fact is, before my sister had to have a cataract removed, she was quite the artist. She did wonderful drawings. She liked to draw foxes, horses, and landscapes. She drew wolves and dogs, too.
tacki captured Winry very well in this image. He drew this for me a number of years ago and, to this day, I feel it well illustrates how I am glad to be a part of my sister's life. Seeing her not need even 25% of the surgeries I have needed, while also holding a good career, makes me so very happy. Keeping her eyesight longer is a big plus, too!
The good news is that only my sister and I were born with Glaucoma. No one else on either side of our family has it. Since I have a son, I am happy to share he is not afflicted by Glaucoma. So, if he has children, they are even less likely to have Glaucoma. So, in time, Glaucoma will be totally removed from our family line. :)
I am very happy for my sister. She does not need a therapist, nor anti-anxiety medication, to keep herself together. She also has had a stable job working for the state of Pennsylvania for over 10 years!
My sister is very strong and quite professional. When we are together, they think I am the younger sibling. Though I use creativity to compensate for my sight loss.
Winry was created as a way for me to share how my sister is the more confident and strong of the two of us. Though I like to believe me coming first helped in her getting treated better.
After the bad things that happened to me, my sister and our doctors have taken a lot of precautions to keep her from falling into the same trouble.
Interesting fact is, before my sister had to have a cataract removed, she was quite the artist. She did wonderful drawings. She liked to draw foxes, horses, and landscapes. She drew wolves and dogs, too.
tacki captured Winry very well in this image. He drew this for me a number of years ago and, to this day, I feel it well illustrates how I am glad to be a part of my sister's life. Seeing her not need even 25% of the surgeries I have needed, while also holding a good career, makes me so very happy. Keeping her eyesight longer is a big plus, too!The good news is that only my sister and I were born with Glaucoma. No one else on either side of our family has it. Since I have a son, I am happy to share he is not afflicted by Glaucoma. So, if he has children, they are even less likely to have Glaucoma. So, in time, Glaucoma will be totally removed from our family line. :)
It seems you both have a really strong relationship. Just like my brother and I... Well... Except that we don't have disabilities. I'm really happy for you and your sister. I think you can always find inspiration for her if you feel bad at any time.
And tacki is back huh? Well, he is a really great artist. Really well done!
And tacki is back huh? Well, he is a really great artist. Really well done!
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