Chris McCausland, a well-known comedian and television personality, recently shared insights about his marriage to Patricia amid his struggles with blindness. The pair has been married for over a decade and lives in London with their 11-year-old daughter, Sophie. Chris, who lost his sight at age 22 due to a genetic condition called retinitis pigmentosa, opened up in his memoir, “Keep Smiling.”
Impact of Blindness on Chris McCausland’s Marriage
In his memoir, Chris expressed how his visual impairment has influenced their relationship. He emphasized that Patricia has had to adapt aspects of her own life to accommodate his blindness. “Her experience of being married to somebody who is blind means that, to some extent, there are parts of herself…she has had to relinquish,” he wrote.
Heartbreaking Moments
Chris revealed that the limitations imposed by his sight loss alter their daily interactions. He mentioned how mundane questions typically posed by spouses, such as, “Does my hair look okay?” or “Does this outfit match?” are no longer part of their conversations. “I don’t know, sweetheart. Things do tend to feel bigger than they look,” he joked, addressing his inability to provide meaningful feedback.
Challenges of Fatherhood
Chris also reflected on the challenges of being a blind father. Discussing his daughter Sophie, he recalled a particularly tough time when she was a one-year-old. He mentioned, “There was a really difficult period when she was mobile but silent, crawling about on the floor.” Now that she is older, Chris expressed concerns about not being able to fully assist her with reading and writing.
Conclusion
Despite the challenges, Chris remains committed to his family and continues to share his experiences with humor and honesty. His forthcoming memoir aims to shed light on the realities of living with blindness, especially within the context of marriage and parenthood.
Fans can tune in to watch Chris on Sunday Brunch on Channel 4, airing on December 7 at 10:00 AM.
