Computer vs. BlindGuy

My blindguy's on the phone with his sister. This is my chance to relax a little bit. They're talking about squirrels.

All morning I've been explaining to him the concept of file extensions and how certain programs don't let you convert certain types of files to other types and that's why we can't "blah blah blah" etc. But I've had to explain about a thousand times. Just imagine explaining .jpg versus .std (the Memorex label-maker design file) and how within the design program you can't convert a design to .jpg, nor can you print screen successfully because the template boxes remain visible on the design. They only disappear when you print to the printer. See, it's even confusing and stupid here, but it makes sense. Now, add 15 minutes of hardcore explaining, knowing that it's all for nothing, cuz he'll forget before tomorrow.

I mean, I understand that he just doesn't get it - although he's very hip to the internet and e-mail, he isn't quite on board with computer stuff. Eighty-one and blind, I can't blame him.

Now they're telling baptism jokes and talking about scratching the bindi off of Hindu women. Wtf?