Sterling Creations

On December 4th, Donna attended a planning session via Zoom for the July 2025 EYE Retreat Camp. Donna has been invited back to this camp for a second year!

On December 5th, Donna engaged with this office via a Zoom session and is pleased to share that she had a very productive meeting with the Commissioner’s team.

In the coming weeks, and hopefully before the Christmas break, Donna will be sending along a document to the team outlining some of her interests that the team has offered to share with the Accessible Standards Department.

On December 6th, Donna had a very productive meeting with Ms. Campbell to share her “transitioning to a new world” initiative with the American Printing House.

A follow-up meeting is planned for early January 2025, where Ms. Campbell will be bringing along other team members to discuss possible collaboration.

And Donna ended this year on a very sad note as she is now morning the loss of someone very special: John Paranese, her coach, mentor, friend, and advisor, who walked the walk with her and is responsible for so many changes in her life.

Read Donna’s post about John and his legacy: John Panarese: A Legacy of Compassion, Innovation, and Inspiration

Donna’s blog posts give you great insights into her daily life, challenges, and perspectives as a blind/vision impaired person. Here’s a handy roundup of her latest blog posts:

• A Must-Read – The Latest Tips from the Sterling Creations Team
• Donna’s Must-Read Monthly News Round-Up
• A Review of East Side Mario’s
• A Bit of This and a Bit of That From Donna’s “Did You Know, Diary?”

For more like the above, visit Donna’s blog at https://sterlingcreations.ca/blog!

Blindly Brilliant

Welcome to the Blindly Brilliant monthly podcast, hosted by Donna J. Jodhan—a visionary blind potter, advocate, and entrepreneur. Each month, Donna invites you into her world of creativity, resilience, and inspiration through her Etsy store, Blindly Brilliant.

In these captivating audio messages, Donna shares more than just updates on her latest pottery creations. She offers a unique blend of product showcases, personal insights, and motivational messages that transcend the typical shopping experience. As a blind potter since 2015, Donna’s journey is a testament to the power of imagination and determination.

Listen in as Donna:

1. Introduces her latest handcrafted ceramic pieces, from vibrant blue and white plates to expertly crafted bowls.
2. Shares her mission to prove that anything is “better than possible” when you put your mind to it.
3. Offers inspiration on breaking through barriers and thinking outside the box.
4. Encourages listeners to tap into their own creativity and potential.
5. Provides affordable, beautiful options to enrich your home and dining experiences.
6. Demonstrates how blindness can be a source of unique perspective and innovation in art and business.

Whether you’re a pottery enthusiast, someone seeking inspiration, or just curious about the intersection of art and accessibility, Donna’s monthly podcasts offer something special. Her warm, engaging style invites listeners to not just shop, but to become part of a community that celebrates creativity without limits.

Tune in monthly to explore the Blindly Brilliant collection, gain insights into the creative process of a blind artist, and be inspired to see the world through a different lens. Let Donna show you how to turn dreams into reality and how to use your own talents to motivate and encourage others.

Check out the latest episodes: December 2024 (A) & December 2024 (B)

And check out the playlist of past episodes, too!

Visit the Blindly Brilliant shop on artisan marketplace Etsy to browse Donna’s creations.

Join Donna on this remarkable journey where creativity knows no bounds, and every piece tells a story of resilience and imagination.

Donna’s “Mental Stretch” feature is a must-listen!

Donna continues to show you how to use her mental stretch to help you better manage your mental health. She shows you how to clear your mind and imagination of cobwebs and clutter and to spark and stimulate your creative juices. Donna presents you with mental stretchers, massagers, and activators. These techniques are nothing but natural, practical, and so very easy to implement. Anywhere, at any time, and for any length of time. It’s all up to you to overcome trauma, drama, stress, and distress.

Check out the latest episode here.

For more, please visit her “Mental Stretch” playlist: https://donnajodhan.com/mentalstretch

Donna has resumed posting to the Access to Information News weekly online newsletter sponsored by Mindvault Solutions!

• Accessibility of Taxi Services for Canadians with Disabilities in Small Towns in Ontario
• Addressing Canada’s Lingering Accessibility Issues in the Canadian Transportation Agency and the Canadian Human Rights Commission In Canada
• Is the Travel Industry in Canada Doing Enough to Meet the Needs of Passengers with Disabilities?
• The State of Online Banking in Canada – Accessibility, Usability, and Accountability
• The Accessibility and Usability of the Canadian Health System for Seniors and Canadians with Disabilities

To learn more about Donna as an award-winning sight-loss coach and advocate, plus more, visit donnajodhan.com!