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Archive for June 2008

Who protects the young (from neglect)?

Posted by: slync81 on: 27 June, 2008

There has been a lot of stories in the news recently about neglected young children who have suffered at the hands of adults, mostly their parents.
There is the story of the three year old who was left to die after suffering repeated and severe malnourishment” – basically her parents starved her to death.
Then there’s the [...]

Fussy Kiss Watchers

Posted by: slync81 on: 25 June, 2008

 
A Heinz advert, that depicts two men kissing has caused a sitr. One of men makes the children’s breakfasts/lunch as then demands a kiss from the other man before he leaves for work (so in effect he is in the position of a wife).
Now, I did see this ad and thought it was funny, because you [...]

The Perfect Villain

Posted by: slync81 on: 24 June, 2008

Most writers are aware of how It is important to make sure that you understand your characters, especially if you expect your readers to understand them. But how easy is to understand a character who’s personality is so far removed from your own and people around you? Most of us are clear about what makes someone a ‘goodie’ even if they have [...]

Bidding on a life?

Posted by: slync81 on: 23 June, 2008

Ian Usher, 44, who emigrated to Australia six years ago, is selling his house, car, motorbike and even his job to the highest bidder.
With six days to go, he has attracted an eBay bid of $600,000Aus for the three-bedroom home in Perth and everything inside it.
SkyNews
 
Crazy or clever?

X-ing off

Posted by: slync81 on: 7 June, 2008

So… Sharon Osbourne has decided not continue with the X-Factor.
About time.
Its not that I dislike the woman, in fact I think she’s a very good personality for television. She’s light-hearted, has a good sense of humour, is fun, fair and sensitive to others’ feelings. But was she right for x-factor?


 

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