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Dyslexia

Charlie — Wed, 03 Aug 2005 00:00:00 +0000

I have heard several stories recently of parents freaking out when their children have discovered they are dyslexic. Most people say ‘get a grip’ and think that the parents are over reacting. But, as Dyslexia is inherited it highlights that one of the parents has to be Dyslexic. Until recently [last 10 years] dyslexia was not understood and people who experienced difficulties due to their dyslexia were classed as slow, stupid, disabled and often bullied due to these difficulties. When parents discover their child’s dyslexia it often has them relive their painful youth, one they have buried well in their past. Another reason for the parents ‘reactions’ is a lack of knowledge of what dyslexia is.

There are areas that Dyslexics have difficulty with [reading, spelling, short term memory to mention a few] but excel in so many other areas [thinking multi-dimensionally, the ability to visualize thought as a virtual reality, multi perspective, creative thinking and heightened sensory awareness to mention a few]. It is important in my opinion as we live in a academic society for dyslexics to develop their reading and writing skills, and to develop strategies for their difficulties so that they can function successfully in today’s society. Just as important, I think dyslexics need to celebrate their strengths. If we look at famous dyslexics [Einstein, Churchill, Disney, De Vinci, Edison, Ford, Picasso] we see that dyslexics are very talented and successful. Dyslexia is not a disability but is a gift. This is why I disagree with the phrase ‘diagnosed as dyslexia’ I prefer ‘discovered to be dyslexic’.

Read more about Dyslexia at this British site The Dyslexia Institute, a great informational site.

stay hungry, stay foolish.

Charlie — Wed, 13 Jul 2005 02:00:00 +0000

In his Commencement address, Apple and Pixar CEO Steve Jobs urged Stanford graduates to follow their hearts. A pancreatic cancer survivor, he told the Class of ‘05, “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma, which is living with the results of other people’s thinking.”

Star Wars Hype

Charlie — Tue, 17 May 2005 07:19:00 +0000

With all this hype and craze surrounding the upcoming final installment of the Star Wars series, fans have been keeping themselves quite busy creating innovative films showing their love and passion for this unforgettable saga. Here is just a sample of the many fan films we’ve come across.
STORE WARS
REVELATIONS
LEGO: Star Wars Episode III
A LOST HOPE
Who knows… maybe it’s not over, it’s just beginning.

British Television Advertising Awards

Charlie — Wed, 27 Apr 2005 20:22:00 +0000

Formed in 1976 as the London Television Advertising Awards it is not required to make a profit, simply to recognise and reward the best television and cinema commercials of the year.
BTAA

Dragging is in. Clicking is out.

Charlie — Fri, 22 Apr 2005 18:46:00 +0000

Michael Muller Photography One of my favourite photography sites. Not only does it have a great collection of celebrity photos, the site itself is deliciously fun to browse. Take a peek and you’ll see.

Ray is Missing

Charlie — Thu, 31 Mar 2005 16:54:00 +0000

When friends go missing it is really hard on everyone. Ray has been missing getting action for over a year. If anyone sees him please tell him his friends and family miss him.
Ray is Missing

Don’t Player Hate. Player Appreciate.

Charlie — Tue, 08 Mar 2005 17:37:00 +0000

If you’re new to the game, get yourself a “Pimp Name” It’s essential to have name that speaks of your strong character and ability to play hard in the high stakes game of love. My name is Silver Tongue co Flava. What yours?

Beauty Kit (Do It Yourself!)

Charlie — Thu, 03 Mar 2005 17:23:00 +0000

Pleix is a virtual community of digital artists based in Paris. The Beauty Kit is cost-effective and brillant idea! Boobs anyone? Beauty Kit

Drum Machine

Charlie — Wed, 02 Mar 2005 21:05:00 +0000

Tokyo Plastic A flash site made in Japan. Just keep on clicking until you get to the venus fly trap with the title ‘Drum Machine’. A cute and long animation but well worth the wait.

Do you have the catch?

Charlie — Wed, 02 Mar 2005 01:41:00 +0000

DO YOU HAVE THE CATCH?