- Jennifer Chambers signing copies of “Learning Life Again”
I was grateful for the chance to sign copies of my book at the Broadway Events Center in Veneta, Oregon.
Case of ‘locked-in’ Rom Houben may renew calls for coma brain scans – Times Online
Case of ‘locked-in’ Rom Houben may renew calls for coma brain scans – Times Online.
Cases like these give hope to those of us who have ever been brain injured. I was only in a semi-coma state for a short time, and I know there were times I was aware of what was going on around me, despite people saying otherwise. Imagine being like that for years. I am inspired by this man’s return to life!
Books – Rare Darwin book found in washroom
CBC News – Books – Rare Darwin book found in washroom.
It’s neat to see that a copy of his seminal work has surfaced after so long, given all the controversy about Darwin. I hope he would appreciate the humor of where it was found! I would have loved to have found it, just to be able to see if it differed from future editions. Also note that it is 150 years after the publication of On the Origin of Species, so, go Darwin!
Brain Injury support for Veterans
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This is an informative article from the Santa Maris Times about a Marine Veteran and his own brain injury. I learned about the ways this Marine was initially misdiagnosed but eventually helped. It’s important to remember how many veterans come back with TBI. Also go to Bob Woodward’s foundation, REMind, (www.REMind.org) for more on the topic.
Researchers Study Effect of Cinnamon Compounds on Brain Cells / November 9, 2009 / News from the USDA Agricultural Research Service
Very interesting! I love to read about the strides researchers are making with Brain cells. I knew I liked cinnamon for a reason… Now, if this would explain the pumpkin spice lattes, I’d be happy.
Ex-NFL player says league is ducking mounting toll of head trauma — baltimoresun.com
Ex-NFL player says league is ducking mounting toll of head trauma — baltimoresun.com
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This is an interesting take on the drama surrounding the head injury legislation going on right now. There’s a tidbit about OJ, even. Worth a read.
The Writing Scotland Q&A
Great blog from the National Post, about the Edinburgh Interational Book Festival, Scotland Scottish authors, and more. Authors interviewed change often, so it’s good to look at frequently. Includes authors like Ian Rankin and John Irving.
http://network.nationalpost.com/np/blogs/afterword/archive/2009/10/30/ifoaxxx-the-writing-scotland-q-amp-a-with-eleanor-thom.aspx
Winning at NaNoWriMo: gearing up for National Novel Writing Month
Winning at NaNoWriMo: gearing up for National Novel Writing Month
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This is a fun intro to NANO- recommended! Good article. I can’t wait for November!
Because of a book
I was asked by Shelly Burns to guest post on her “Because of A Book ” section on her “writeforareader” website. It’s a place for writers to speak about a book that was particularly meaningful for them, and why. It’s also a great website to find new books and fabulous new authors– or rediscover old ones. Here’s the link to my post:
http://writeforareader.blogspot.com/2009/10/because-of-book-with-jennifer-chambers.html
Or, please visit http://writeforareader.blogspot.com to see some of Shelly’s other featured writers or her own work. I recommend it highly.
