Reconquering the written word one book at a time

[geochick]

And I don't just mean "Good Night Moon" and "Horton Hears a Who" either (although they have been a crucial stepping stone). Today I completed reading my first "grown-up" novel since my brain injury (Guardian of the Horizon, but Elizabeth Peters, for those who care). It took about four months, but I did it and I'm ready to start the next one (One

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[flaviarassen]

a) I am almost certain that - & this is from my own experience - that the more you read, the better you will be able to read. Concentrate as much time on it as you can in as large a dose as you can - the last bit is important. I truly believe that the neuron receptors have to be trained to accept neuron flow in certain patterns or volume (I have the feeling this sounds like gibberish, so let me try to elaborate with the example that made me come to my conclusion: when I was writing games with Gary, I found that some sort of work was harder than others - but (here's the kicker!), the more I forced myself to do it,the easier it became! Almost as if I was training the "canals/channels" in the right direction for my brain).

b) Hmm, lessee - the baby turns over only when you are the only one to see him. Suuuure! Yeah, right, we believe you! I bet he talks, too, huh? (heehee)

[geochick]

No, it makes perfect sense. Fortunately for me, I enjoy reading, as does my spouse. As for the rolling over thing... sigh, Weasel2000 says the same thing. Actually, I think it has the most to do with time of day... he is definitely a morning Dumpling.