q (@_qtip_)

if I could talk to my past self, I would tell her that it will be okay and to keep going. so, that’s exactly what I want to say to you too. thank you for everything. . 🫶👩‍🦯✨👁️💓 #blindtok #blurrybuddies #visionloss #growth #grief

I have been thinking of posting something like this for a while, but I wanted to wait until I was strong enough to film it without the tears and that day is just not coming. I am not comfortable with the idea of being quite ~this~ vulnerable on the internet but this is where I am. I’m experiencing a lot of grief, confusion, and anxiety as I try to navigate this and even though I have searched for these recourses and this community on my own, I am truthfully exhausted so I am trying another route here. I will take any advice you have to give and I hope this brings others who may be going through similiar stuff some catharsis. You are not alone 🩷 #lowvision #disabilityawareness #accessability #goingblind #autoimmunedisease

here we go. Thank you for being here. I love you and I’ll see you on the flip

t-minus one day until eye surgery ! I am LOVING kyoto #blindtok #disabilityawareness #japan #kyoto #visionloss

we made it!!!! I am feeling better already now that I’m here:))) Two days til the procedure! First pre-op appointment tomorrow. ✨video description✨ q tries sushi in japan for the first time! She tries a blue fin tuna chirasizushi or sushi rice bowl. And it’s really reallllly good. #blindtok #disabilityawareness #sushi #japan #kyoto

thank you for being here. thank you for rooting for me. catch ya in kyoto 🇯🇵❤️‍🩹 #visionloss #disabilityawareness #blindtok #japan #community

for all the ppl who led me through the dark this year, including you all. ilyilyily on the plane to Japan RN. Here we go. #visionloss #disabilityawareness #legallyblind #community #blindtok

a year ago, I posted a vulnerable video showing the harsh reality of the early stages of my blindness. And 7 MILLION of you saw it. A year later, I can confidently say with my whole chest that IT. GETS. BETTER. you will find your people, your recourses, your accessibility tools, and you’ll get your sparkle back. I promise. It just takes time. @The Chicago Lighthouse @lululemon @LA COLOMBE @LIA Tavern #visionloss #disabilityawareness #legallyblind #community #blindtok

2 DAYS TIL I FLY OUT ahhhhhhhh #visionloss #disabilityawareness #legallyblind #whitecane #japan

Happy White Cane Safety Day I’ve regained so much of my independence thanks to my long white cane; miss dolly parton 👩‍🦯♥️ Tysm Brenda and Evan for today ✨video description✨ : Q crouches with her long white cane in front of a white backdrop for a photoshoot. She wears a black turtle neck, dark denim jeans, and black heeled boots. #visionloss #disabilityawareness #legallyblind #whitecane #photoshoot

ty for being a part of my community here too 💓 ily @princeregisss ily @FACE FOUNDRIE #visionloss #japan #disabilityawareness #legallyblind #community

SRY I’M LATE! What’s everyone being for Halloween? Lemme live vicariously through youuu. 6 days til Japan btw 🫣@Foundation Fighting Blindness @phoebe bridgers #blindtok #japan #disabilityawareness #legallyblind #phoebebridgers

Y’all mind if I process out loud w you? #blindtok #visionloss #japan #disabilityawareness #legallyblind

Thank you so much to All About Vision for telling my story in such a beautiful and respectful way. Please give it a read and check out their website! 🫶🧿 Article link: https://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/blindness-low-vision/young-adult-vision-loss-journey/ #blindtok #visionloss #allaboutvision #disabilityawareness #greenscreen

I’m so sorry for being MIA! I’ve been processing a lot leading up to this trip and spending as much time with friends and family as I can but now it’s time to LOCK IN and I can’t believe it’s gone from years of waiting to being only two more weeks. KYOTO HERE WE COME !!!!! #blindtok #visionloss #japan #disabilityawareness #visuallyimpaired

she knows she lived through it to get to this moment..or something like that 👁️♥️ ✨outfit description✨ - oversized Boygenius t shirt in black, red, yellow, cream, and blue - monarch butterfly print long sleeve underneath from @Free People - @abercrombie & fitch loose fit blue jeans - white and green Nike sneakers - gold and silver layered necklaces and rings - star hoop earrings

can confirm she glowed in the dark and played waiting room so @phoebe bridgers @Free People @abercrombie & fitch #phoebebridgers #blindtok #boygenius #outfitcheck #lostweekendtour

just a gal coping !!! #visionloss #blindtok

Monthly update! how was your August??? Or should I say how was the salt air and rust on your door? iykyk. 👁️🐚🌊👩‍🦯 #blindtok #august #visuallyimpaired #legallyblind #disabilityawareness

TY FOR 50K WHAT! and let it be known that the behind the scenes on this was executed by only one human - my dear friend katie who also purchased me this ENTIRE cake from the iconic @portilloshotdogs just to celebrate!!! let’s just say lighting a candle that you can’t even see took quiiite a few takes lol

#stitch with @q and I will always love you @Dolly Parton #dollyparton #blindtok

BLURRY BUDDIES august meet up! More details over on our Instagram! @blurrybuddies and now you can follow us on tiktok too! @blurry buddies Will I meet you there? 🫶👩‍🦯💓✨ #blurrybuddies #community #visuallyimpaired #chicago #blindtok

pls keep going 🫶 #blindtok #legallyblind #friendship #disabilityawareness #mentalhealth

i don’t think I’ll ever be able to fully express just how grateful I am for this opportunity. I will answer as many questions as I can, but for now…LET’S GO TO JAPAN!!! #blindtok #japan #disabilityawareness #visuallyimpaired

how was your July? Here’s the eyeball update!! 👁️🫶🍉👩‍🦯✨ follow @blurrybuddies on Instagram or click the link in my bio if you’re interested! #visionloss #blindtok #mentalhealth

join Blurry Buddies and let’s hang out! link in my bio or follow us on Instagram!!!! @blurrybuddies 🤍🖤🤍🖤 #blindtok #blurrybuddies #visuallyimpaired #supportgroup #socialclub

@Paper Tiger Cafe gets a 10/10 from me ft. THE @maddiecrenshaw 👩‍🦯✨🍵🐅🌺 #matcha #chicagocoffeeshops #disabilityawareness #blindtok #CapCut

another blind taste test but this time we’ve got some very special guests 👩‍🦯🥬🏋️🥪 #chicagohealthfoods #blindtok #chicago #gymbro #postworkout @Chicago Health Foods

clocking in with my monthly eye update for JUNE!!! 🌈☀️ I cannot believe we’re almost halfway through July 🫣 how is your summer going? blurry buddies link in bio and follow us on insta! @blurrybuddies

blurry buddies will meet for the very first time on Monday, June 29th and I’d LOVE to meet you there! Please fill out the interest form in my bio and follow us on Instagram @ blurrybuddies for more details 🖤🤍🖤🤍 #blurrybuddies #visuallyimpaired #legallyblind #blindtok #disabilitycommunity