I'm taking summer courses at a college I've never been to before. I know where my classes meet, my bus stops, and the disability office are. But nothing else. Today I worked up the courage to ask a classmate to show me around a little. We went to the cafeteria but she couldn't stay. I was super nervous since it's a large place and all eateries seem to have different systems. I ended up in line to pay (before selecting food, since that's how it works there). The cashier asked for my order and I explained I hadn't been there before. She explained how it worked and helped me fill out the little order card. She then gave my extremely detailed instructions to find the proper counter (in a sea of them) to pick up my food.
It may seem trivial, but after the week I've had so far being treated so kindly and helpfully really made my day.
awesomesaucesaywhat [OP]6 points7y ago
I forgot to add, she did this all in a totally noncondescending or exasperated way.
blind_devotion083 points7y ago
I find it encouraging that there are some people out there who are competent and actually willing to help people with disabilities, though the fact that they are so few and far between is still upsetting.
awesomesaucesaywhat [OP]3 points7y ago
That is exactly why I was so anxious! So many people are just ignorant/inept.
DreamingTheMelody3 points7y ago
Aww, this made me smile. That's awesome, OP! Yay for courage and nice people and lovely things! I hope that the rest of your summer term goes as well!
awesomesaucesaywhat [OP]3 points7y ago
Thank you! Class has been good so far
claudettemonet3 points7y ago
I love this 😊
Nandflash2 points7y ago
That's awesome.
FluidicDivinityX1 points7y ago
I'm really happy to hear this. I went in thinking that if I was going to get any help, I would have to talk to as many students as possible and hopefully make some friends that would be comfortable lending a hand occasionally. I was surprised to find that the most helpful people were the cafeteria lady herself (not the students around), and the people in the Disability Resources office, both staff and volunteer students. Good for you! Stay strong and positive!
awesomesaucesaywhat [OP]1 points7y ago
That was my mindset as well. Someone times people surprise us in a good way though :)
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