November 15, 2009 | Posted by Joan Adams I received this in an email today. There is no author credited. If you know the author, please let me know. The lesson is a very wise one. We should all take heed. Enjoy and reread a few times. I know I am going to do just that!
Word of Wisdom
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November 12, 2009 | Posted by Joan Adams
WebAnywhere is a free computer application that will read internet pages and your email to you. WebAnywhere does not require special equipment or downloads. In fact, in the privacy of your home, you can listen without earphones. If you use a public computer, you will want to use earphones.
This is helpful not only to the blind, but to anyone with low vision or with serious visual impairment.
I have been experimenting with WebAnywhere this morning. It is easy to use. Understanding and following is simple on one page. However, I found it difficult to keep up when I was quickly reviewing and making changes in pages. I think there is a learning curve to this. People who use screen readers, however, will find it quite simple to use. And very convenient.
Watch the video and then experiment a bit with WebAnywhere — and if you do not have low vision, please pass along this web address to someone who needs it.
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November 7, 2009 | Posted by Joan Adams One of our most important jobs as seniors is keeping our thoughts about our health positive.
If we believe we are sick, and talk about sick constantly – we will be sick!
What do you say when someone asks, “How are you?” Just for this week, try answering positively. No one really wants to hear us complain about our aches and pains.
My husband always replies to that question with “I’d have to be twins to feel better!”
Maybe this week we can all come up with a “health positive” reply.
Oh, and it’s fun to make note of how people respond when you ask — How are you?
Enjoy!
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Joan