In order to cope with her blindness, Bobbi Lachance turns to writing novels. Lachance recounts her experiences of domestic violence, and how she found a relationship that became real love.

Alex Hall, a blind student at Bangor High School, speaks about his experiences in high school and his aspirations once he graduates. Hall explains how his impairment does not hold him back from doing things that he enjoys, and the way others interact with him.

For nearly 20 years Joanne Millay has adopted international children with varying disabilities. Jennifer Quartararo documents the life and work of Millary, speaking to her about her children and the difficulties she faces.

Project discussing the lives of handicapped individuals.

Brittany Hughes documents the raising of Portland's holiday tree in Monument Square.

Matthew Swanson highlights the life of Chuck Miller, who has gradually started to lose his vision due to a disease called retinitis pigmentosa. Miller discusses how he can still see light to navigate, his craft of making cutting boards, and gadgets that assist him with seeing.

For nearly 20 years Joanne Millay has adopted international children with varying disabilities. Elizabeth Bailey captures the life and work of Millary.

Losing his vision at a young age, Ken Doane had to give up lobstering. Patricia Dugan documents how Doane still works close to the sea repairing small engines.

Losing his vision at a young age, Ken Doane had to give up lobstering. Christina Fachin captures how Doane still works close to the sea repairing small engines.

Kara Mears captures the raising of Portland's holiday tree in Monument Square.

Developing a bond together, Randy hikes through New Hampshire with his guide dog, Autumn. Arielle Zionts documents the bond that he has developed with his guide dogs, and using them on hikes.

As the lyrics of the old song tell us, "You can't always get what you want, but if you try, sometimes you'll find you get what you need." In some cases, those lyrics can apply to the difficult process of dealing with loss. With the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies, independent producer J Holt brings us the story of a man in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, who discovered that some things can only be learned after you've lost everything.