Post by domenicaflor on Dec 1, 2004 21:34:14 GMT -5
OK, I know this isn't exactly a show for cerebral discussion, but I had to share anyway:
I really enjoy EXTREME MAKEOVER:HOME EDITION. I don't know squatola about interior decorating or fashion, but I love the idea of remodeling homes for people who really need them. It's amazing to see the scores of local volunteers, including many contractors, coming together on their days off to do the work. Now the show is even helping the children to get college scholarships when possible.
Yes, I know, I'm just a big ol' marshmallow, but it makes me feel warm and fuzzy to watch.
I wish Lil'E were back around. There was a great episode where the family's parents were deaf and their one son was hearing while the other son was blind and austistic. The design team not only remodeled the house, but equipped it with flashing light alarms and door sensors, as well as a computer system in each room with a streaming video feed so that the family members could sign to each other from different areas of the house. One computer also would provide braille print-outs. They designed the younger son's room and play area with special colors, shapes, and sensory attractions to give him maximal sensory experiences and also make him feel comfortable. Marlee Matlin, a deaf actress, came on the show and gave the older son a college scholarship that she was able to arrange via a friend's foundation.
In short, it was really cool to watch. About 14 years ago I did some volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, and this show reminds me to do some more of that in the future. Hard work, but great results.
D.
I really enjoy EXTREME MAKEOVER:HOME EDITION. I don't know squatola about interior decorating or fashion, but I love the idea of remodeling homes for people who really need them. It's amazing to see the scores of local volunteers, including many contractors, coming together on their days off to do the work. Now the show is even helping the children to get college scholarships when possible.
Yes, I know, I'm just a big ol' marshmallow, but it makes me feel warm and fuzzy to watch.
I wish Lil'E were back around. There was a great episode where the family's parents were deaf and their one son was hearing while the other son was blind and austistic. The design team not only remodeled the house, but equipped it with flashing light alarms and door sensors, as well as a computer system in each room with a streaming video feed so that the family members could sign to each other from different areas of the house. One computer also would provide braille print-outs. They designed the younger son's room and play area with special colors, shapes, and sensory attractions to give him maximal sensory experiences and also make him feel comfortable. Marlee Matlin, a deaf actress, came on the show and gave the older son a college scholarship that she was able to arrange via a friend's foundation.
In short, it was really cool to watch. About 14 years ago I did some volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, and this show reminds me to do some more of that in the future. Hard work, but great results.
D.