Okay so I'm only legally blind, but close enough right? I'm trying to make a joke about my vision on dating profiles but am having trouble. I want something that tells people my eyes suck, but in a way that doesn't make them think differently about me.
kissitallgoodbye5 points5y ago
What type do you have? Like is it tunnel vision, or is everything foggy?
Maybe a joke about a *blind date* would go over well
Ganon842 [OP]2 points5y ago
I just can't see very far in front of me. When things are up close I've got no issues, but reading something that's a foot or further away is normally not possible. That blind date idea is a good one though :)
analcime1 points5y ago
I'm sighted, and recently went on a date with a guy who turned out to be blind. I didn't actually pick up on the fact that he was quite blind for a long time. He shared it with me, and I politely acknowledged the information. That he was vision impaired didn't impact the date at all as far as I was concerned.
Putting it on a dating profile is more likely to make it difficult to attract a date, because dating apps validate and promote extremely judgemental behaviour. Win them over with your charisma, and if it becomes relevant at all during your date, then bring it up.
SunnyLego3 points5y ago
"I love blind jokes, I just can't see the punchline."
I hope dating goes well for you, I had one bad experience when I enjoyed the date, then got a txt msg that just said "Your eye issues freak me out, and I can't see you again."
Ganon842 [OP]1 points5y ago
Ouch :/ sorry about that man. I like your idea though! Adding it to my list of ones to use.
SunnyLego1 points5y ago
Other line I use tons because I never take my sunglasses off is "My future's so bright, I gotta wear shades!"
LarryWren2 points5y ago
So a blind guy walks into a bar, and... oh, shit; that's me! Ow, that hurt.
I think you don't need to put it. If you use a cane, have it folded or something in your picture. Otherwise, that's for you to know and them to find out.
Ganon842 [OP]1 points5y ago
I'd rather get it out of the way right up front. I don't use a cane or anything so if you saw me walking around you wouldn't know I have problems until I get my phone out and hold it up to my face.
Amonwilde1 points5y ago
The reality of dating is that you have to put your best foot forward and that often means not advertising things that will turn people off before they know you. Not just disability but, say, a messy divorce as well. Once people know you a bit they are more likely to see that your legal blindness is just an element of who you are. On the first date or on a profile it's likely to stand out more. That's my opinion, I just don't think there's a great way to disclose it without it seeming like a big deal.
sooperdooperboi1 points5y ago
"I like making jokes about my disability and I can't see why some find it offensive"
bradley221 points5y ago
I am completely blind and have found that most dating sites are not accessible when using a screen reader. Oh you might be able to get half way but then you're stuck. Having said that, if I did have a dating profile, I would mention that i am completely blind. It doesn't bother me and if the person going out with me says something like, "Oh god, your blindness puts me off" I can say, "I did put it in my profile."
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