I am dyslexic and yet I am a writer

Good job! My brother in law is dyslexic and was never a good student in high school and before, yet was very determined to go after the career he wanted (acting and directing) and eventually earned a Ph.D. So trying hard and persevering really can make it possible to overcome dyslexia (and many other problems, for that matter).

I read it, rated it and commented on it. I think it is really awesome that you are dyslexic and are still able to write so well. The only person I know who is dyslexic is my brother n law. Anyway great article! :)

Great article! I rated it a 5 and commented. :)

Hi Rosa, I have just read your article and thought it was great the way you put it together. You have certainly struggled to get where you are, and I'm sure your personal story would give encouragement to other people with dyslexia. My husband is dyslexic and I have to check everything he writes, but like you, he hasn't let it stop him from doing what he wants. He doesn't see it as a problem or a hindrance. He is determined, just like you, and I admire you for it. Wjat a fantastic, positive attitude you have. Go girl!

wonderful article. its great. i really enjoyed it and the inspiration will help others. i am sending it to my aunt to show her that even though her son is dyslexic he can succeed. right now shes trying to have him put on ssi for learning disabilities because of it instead of working with him. thank you

My 8 year daughter is dyslexic and I understand exactly what you mean about checking behind yourself. When my daughter has writing assignments, even something as simple as writing a paragraph on a subject of her choice, I have to walk her through establishing what things she wants to happen, what words she wants to use along with a basic outline. We then go through and she tells me what to write sentence by sentence. Then once I have written out all of her ideas on paper I read them back to her and she writes them herself. sometimes it can be exhausting, but she is SO incredibly creative it is amazing. I wrote an article about one of the quirky things that comes along with my daughters dyslexia. I can't paste links (my rating is not high enough yet) but if you are interested in reading it,it is on articlemuse.com and titled "Every which way but up- Dealing with Childhood Dyslexia". Hopefully you will read and enjoy it! Congratulations on putting your mind to something and accomplishing it!

Well,I read your article and the first thing I thought of was how incredibly honest and strong you seem.It definately helps when they are able to diagnose any potential problems early on,but you and your family pushed forward by setting goals and working hard to reach them.I want to thank you for sharing it with us.As with most writings,there is always room for improvement.But you definately got what you wanted to say clearly and gave inspiration to others who may find themselves in situations where a choice has to be made on what their response will be to a life-altering situation.KUDOS!

i too am dyslexic and a writer as well as a teacher. I have taught other individuals to read as adults. Your article resonates with me, we share much blessed be

Congratulations...I had a dear friend in college that was dyslexic and yet she made it through college in 3 years, went on to law school and is now a JAG attorney in the military. She was one of the most impressive people that I have ever met...I will definitely check out your article and hope if you have time, you will check out mine as well... http://www.associatedcontent.com/user/56310/karen_meeker.html