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“My dad, being stone deaf, had a lot of balance problems, especially at night, and walking up stairs was like a perilous journey.” quote by Paul Raci
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“My dad, being stone deaf, had a lot of balance problems, especially at night, and walking up stairs was like a perilous journey.”

Paul Raci

About This Quote

Source Personal Narrative: Memoir excerpt, 2021

Deafness and balance issues make nighttime stair climbing feel dangerous and unsettling.

In simple terms: Stairs at night are risky for a deaf, balance‑impaired person.

Key Takeaway

Seek safe lighting and support when navigating stairs.

Themes

disability balance nighttime safety family

Mood

concerned empathetic

Type

practical supportive

When to use this quote

  • home design
  • assistive devices
  • night routines

Key Concepts

sensory loss mobility challenges environmental hazards

Questions to Reflect On

  • What adaptations can improve nighttime safety?
  • How does sensory loss affect daily confidence?
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