AGENDA:
Morning Reflection:
http://www.ted.com/talks/maysoon_zayid_i_got_99_problems_palsy_is_just_one
Study Guide--Lake of the Woods Ch. 8-12
READING LINKS: Fractured or nonlinear narrative:
http://www.flashlightworthybooks.com/Fractured-Novels-Narratives/665
https://cgblake.wordpress.com/2011/12/06/linear-vs-non-linear-narrative/
http://litreactor.com/columns/out-of-order-a-discussion-of-nonlinear-narrative-structure
View Lake of the Woods video, part 1
WRITING: Work on fractured narratives:
HMWK:
the morning reflection was very moving. Even though she had cp she didn't let that interfere with her success and dreams. She was a very strong woman who didn't let anyone tell her that she could't do it. Just because she has a disability she still strive forward which was inspirational.
ReplyDeleteI thought the video was very inspirational. Deep down I still felt bad for her but It's motivating when she simply talks about it with a live audience and people she doesn't even know about problem; she knows deep down that she didn't let her problems slow her down in life.
ReplyDeleteToday's morning reflection was very moving. I didn't notice before this how little disabled people are represented in media and entertainment. Maysoon Zayid was very passionate and definitely got her message across for equality. Her point that disability is as clear as race is an interesting way to understand the concept, but it couldn't be more true. I've met people with cerebral palsy, and not one of them was able to walk. They were always wheeled around and were generally unhappy people, but I think if they could see this woman, they would have new hope.
ReplyDeleteThe comedy clip of Maysoon Zayid was very moving because she defied every obstacle that her disability provided. The topic about how disabled people are not well represented is very true. All people deserve an equal chance and social media as well as public image makes it very hard nowadays. Also from what I've seen I know that people are only limited to what they think they can do and that it only takes hard work and persistence to overcome adversity.
ReplyDeleteHer stand-up skills are AMAZING. Just plain inspiring. Early on she said that she was not an inspiration and that was just a plain lie. She has seen so much in her life and has had so many things in her life that can be seen as setbacks but it seems like she let nothing get to her. She is a true testament to perseverance and will power. If she can can, we can can.
ReplyDelete" Disabilities are as apparent as race"
ReplyDeleteThis morning reflection was extremely moving. The discrimination of disabled people is something so easily overlooked in our society. Similar to the way we treat the elderly, we seemingly dismiss people who struggle with both physical and/or mental disabilities. We all need to be more conscious about how we treat and view each other, especially over the internet as this is such an opened medium to spew hate.
The TED Talk on disability was really interesting. My mother has MS which affects the central nervous system and the immune system attacks the protective covering of the nerves. Often times it is hard for her to walk and she is tired. When we park in handicapped spots, people often glare because you cannot physically see what she is going through; but she shrugs it off. People always tell her "But you look so good" and that's something that annoys her to no end because of its insensitivity. It's also good to be aware that just because someone looks a certain way doesn't mean you should attach a label to them.
ReplyDeleteI really liked today's morning reflection. Not only was it funny, but it was inspirational. I loved how she doesn't use her disability to define who she is. I also like how she was very open with who she was, but she also was explaining the other difficulties that she had. I liked how she was advocating for other Palestinian refugees. Her Ted Talk reminded of David Sedaris and his writing style because they were both funny essays that dealt with serious issues.
ReplyDeleteThis morning reflection was a really unique and great choice. The woman Maysoon is a complete inspiration and people like her show me that I shouldn't complain about the hardships I go through, I should turn them into fuel for getting over my obstacles. She never wanted to be viewed as the "victim" and she set high aspirations for herself that no one, even the doctors said she could do. Her speech filled with hilarious and memorable anecdotes made me realize that I should never limit myself in any goal I set out to achieve and to never look back on the mishaps I went though to get there, but more so focus on how I accomplished it.
ReplyDeleteI found this TED talk to be a very informative, convincing, and interesting presentation. Initially, the talk came across as rather tragic, as though the comedy was more of a way of subsiding the illness she was stricken with, or served as a constant reminder to her affliction. However, as she went on to talk about her story and convinced both myself and the rest of the audience not to feel bad for her, the discussion turned more into a performance than anything else. Its rare to find a person who is both funny and intelligent, but Maysoon Zayid clearly exhibits just how far an individual can come in life, despite her lowly, almost immediate position from the outset. The intrinsic comedy made the presentation all the more enjoyable, as it was incredibly moving the in which she described her achievements and failures throughout her life. Zayid is one of those few people that can very well become a beacon of relief and hope for those undermined by their infirmity.
ReplyDeleteThe morning reflection was really powerful and inspiring. Her story is amazing and can inspire many people with disabilities.I really liked how her father raised her, and pushed her because he made what she is right now. She was really funny, and looked really confident and comfortable on the stage. Everyone looks at disabled people differently, but they are just humans like every one of us.
ReplyDeleteThe morning reflection was really interesting. I noticed she used the cliche " it takes a village to raise a child." That is very true; it takes many kinds of people to teach acceptance. The more the child knows about; the less it will be scared and resistant. That is we want our children to be accepting but careful; willing to try everything once; but know what they shouldn't.
ReplyDeleteThe morning reflection was really interesting. I noticed she used the cliche " it takes a village to raise a child." That is very true; it takes many kinds of people to teach acceptance. The more the child knows about; the less it will be scared and resistant. That is we want our children to be accepting but careful; willing to try everything once; but know what they shouldn't.
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