At one volunteer group here in TV, my friend and I often sat at a table with a guy who we deduced was completely blind, until he announced in conversation that he was legally blind. He proudly mentioned he drove himself around in his golf car.
I often worried about that, as the piece work he did at our particular table was put in a special box set in front of him. He did it by FEEL and did not ever look down at what he was doing. His 'box' was always re-done by someone after he left.
Of course, it was redone without complaint, they were happy that HE was happy to volunteer, but his work would fall apart and not be usable otherwise.
I wondered what I would choose to do about driving if I were in his position. I really don't think I could chance it.
He appeared to have no fear about driving around TV.
He certainly made his way to the recreation center on time every week.
I never decided if his bravado came from courage, stubbornness, or lack of common sense... but always said. "be safe out there!" when he left.
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