Proper table Manners tips

When an individual loses their eyesight, one struggle they will need to overcome is how to eat. Here are a few tips below:

1. When you are searching your glass of drink, always put your hands at low as possible so you don’t hit the top of the glass and knock it over. Always put your drink at the same place so you can find it easier. Tell your waitress and your friends at the table to put drink at same location if they refill it.
2. When eating, you will need a pusher. You can use a knife, or a piece of bread to help “push” your food on to your spoon or fork. Imagine it like a cane that helps you map out what you have on your plate.
3. When a friend places food on your plate and explains what is on it, he or she can use an “imaginary clock,” on the plate to describe what is there. Describe it like what you would see on a typical analog clock.
4. When cutting a steak, use a fork to spear the meat, and use a knife to cut between the tines. You will need to use both fork and knife to map out where the edge is and estimate size of cut. Practice makes perfect!
5. It is ok to use your hands if all else fails. I would rather use my hands than have someone spoon feed me.
6. Always eat your vegetables! There is no excuse! Trust me, playing the Blind Man Card gets old quick.

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