by Belo Cipriani | May 5, 2011 | Service Animal Disability
I decided to visit an old friend Facebook reminded me I knew who lives in the small town of San Carlos California. My friend was to pick me up at the bus depot after his kick boxing class, but because I arrived an hour early, I decided to take my guide dog Madge on a...
by Belo Cipriani | Mar 5, 2011 | Mobility/ Disability, Service Animal Disability
I arrived at the Yoga studio where I was welcomed by serene music, possibly Enya, and asked the room, “Where do I sign up?” A calm voice answered, “Hi there, I’m so happy you’re here. Will your dog be showing you the movements?” Assuming the woman was joking, I...
by Belo Cipriani | Feb 5, 2011 | Mobility/ Disability, Service Animal Disability
Madge and I walked through the automatic doors and were greeted by an air conditioned gust of wind. Like most blind people, I depend on store clerks to help me with my shopping. Some clerks really get into the “helping mood” and even suggest deals and products, while...
