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...Blind to Failure...
...Although he is blind, Erik Weihenmayer has shown us he has a clearer vision of human potential than most sighted people." ANWAR SURAHMAN Bogor, Indonesia...
...Blind climber Erik Weihenmayer's ascent of Mount Everest was a great achievement, the product of strength of character and a lifetime of determination [ADVENTURE, June 18]. He is an inspiration to all of us because he has not only lived with a disability but has pushed his boundaries, developed his strengths and excelled at physically challenging endeavors. He shows us that none of us, disabled or otherwise, should settle for mediocrity. We should strive to be the best we can be. JOHANNA NG Manila...
...research scientist on the National Federation of the Blind 2001 Everest Expedition that placed a team of climbers, including Erik, atop the highest point on Earth. While achieving the summit of Everest is certainly an amazing accomplishment even for a sighted climber, the true success lies in the teamwork and heart-and-soul efforts of those involved and the fun had by all. Had Erik not reached the summit because of weather or another factor beyond his control, his efforts of sweat, blood and burning lungs would be no less inspirational to the blind, handicapped and just plain folks like...
...latest series. "Our actors are seen as real people. They have to become the advocates and counselors they portray on the screen." Some of the cast members have been discovered through 'Soul City's annual "Search for a Star" initiative. Among them is Doreen Kotsedi-Pitse, a blind woman who will play the part of a radio talk-show coordinator. Kotsedi-Pitse lost her sight as a result of domestic violence, an issue frequently raised by 'Soul City'. "It made us all aware how uncomfortably close we are to real life," says Ramafoko...