If you were born blind and at the age of thirteen could suddenly see, would you immediately know what was happening? Think carefully about this one; remember this person has never been able to see in their lives.

Sight is a gift we may sometimes take for granted. If I was born blind, it would be extremely hard to live. I wouldn’t have a chance to see my parents, friends, clothes, house, or even myself. It would be tough to socialize and have a career. Everyone seeing what they touch should be thankful. Not seeing for thirteen years would be tragic, but gaining sight after thirteen years would be even more surprising.

If you could suddenly see after thirteen years, it would be a shock. You definitely wouldn’t know what was happening. Let’s say that you could see things outside. You could see the sun for the first time and the colors of the trees. Everything would seem perfect: the leaves, cars, roads, and even people. The most exciting thing would be seeing yourself. The minute you looked at your features, you couldn’t define how the people in your country looked. You would also be able to see your parents and share happiness with them. For me, tears would rolling down on my eyes. You would be extremely thankful to see everything around. All would seem new. You would remember seeing for the first time, a feeling those born sighted can never know.

Next, you would see how your friends, relatives, or neighbors look. It would be interesting to see if their real appearance matched what you had imagined. They would definitely be happy for you. You would not need a walking stick to help you because you would know where you’re going. No one would have to stay right next to you wherever you go because the possibility of having an accident would decrease! You wouldn’t have to worry about the public because they won’t stare at you anymore (even though you had been blind, you could tell people were looking at you). The lack of confidence and anxiety would disappear. Life would be much easier. If you hadn’t had the opportunity to go to school, this would be your chance. You can have even more friends and enjoy life even more than you did before.

Although there may be advantages to seeing after thirteen years of blindness, there are also a few disadvantages. You would have to see your loved ones dying and how others suffer. It would be a new and unforgettable experience. Moreover, being thirteen and a teenager, you might feel unsatisfied with your looks or height and disappointed at your parents. You might witness tragic moments you wished you had never seen. However, this is just the process of becoming an adult and you should be thankful to experience these moments because it is absolutely better than being blind for the rest of your life.