We all love a good story, or at least most people do. We are introduced to them from an early age, as they are read to us, till we can read the words ourselves, or we can see them on our TV screens. Whatever way we come across stories, they can play a big role… Continue reading Everyone’s story matters – Disabled characters in stories, and representation
An exploration of discrimination, and stereotypes in the entertainment world and disabled characters in books!
An introduction to a mini series of blogs in relation to disability in books, films, and the entertainment industry. And a look at discrimination towards disability in different forms of media!
Does she/he take sugar?
Imagine what it's like to be spoken about, instead of having people speak directly to you. How would it make you feel? Sometimes, just sometimes social gatherings can become a little awkward for those with a disability. This needs to change, and real fast.
Why fixations, and special interests are sometimes helpful, and how my fixation with Fantastic Beasts helped me!
When people think of obsessions and fixations, or the idea of someone taking an interest in something so very strongly, we often think of people with autism. However this isn't something unique to just them. There are plenty of people who obsess over certain things, or take a liking to something strongly to the point… Continue reading Why fixations, and special interests are sometimes helpful, and how my fixation with Fantastic Beasts helped me!
Why vaccinating your children is important, in preventing congenital rubella syndrome, and the anti vaxx movement should be stopped!!
There have been many reports over the past few months of many cases of measles outbreak in certain parts of the world, including first world countries, where there are vaccinations to prevent such things. Measles, mumps and rubella, have almost been eradicated in places like the Uk and US, and it is very rare for… Continue reading Why vaccinating your children is important, in preventing congenital rubella syndrome, and the anti vaxx movement should be stopped!!
Under My Umbrella!! 