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May I ssue 2015
I nspire Editor: Sophie Dodgson Hello and welcome to Inspire Magazine! I am Sophie Dodgson, a third year student of English Language and Linguistics at the University of Kent. This issue includes the real struggles many families face today of struggling to care with relatives suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Also included is all the latest about the newest addition to the Royal Family, Princess Charlotte, as well my opinion of the critically acclaimed film, Selma and much more. So sit back, relax with your cup of tea and digestive biscuit, and enjoy this months issue of Inspire! Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy.
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Disclaimer: This magazine is written by a third year student from the University of Kent for the English Language and Linguistics module 'Writing in the Media'. It is for educational purposes only.
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this month CONTENTS Entertainment Pages 1-2
Film Review: Selma
Real L ife Pages 3-4
How Alzheimer's stole my grandmother
Travel Pages 5-6
Kaptivating Kefalonia
News Pages 7-8
It's a Girl! Royal Baby is born
Feature Pages 9-10 Don't judge me because I'm from Essex
L ifestyle Page 11
5 things to do this summer
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Entertainment
SELMA One man had a dream... Product ion Year: 2014 Cert if icat ion (UK): 15 Direct or: Ava DuVernay Cast : David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Oprah Winfrey, Tim Roth, Tom Wilkinson Running Time: 120 mins
B y Sophie Dodgson This epic f il m of t ragedy, t error and t riumph wil l have you on t he edge of your seat as you?re t aken back t o America 1965 in t he midst of t he Civil Right s Movement next t o Dr Mart in Lut her King Jr. Your eyes wil l be opened t o t he pain and suf f ering t hat Civil Right s campaigners endured t o secure equal vot ing right s in t his gut wrenching but poignant t rue st ory. David Oyelowo captivates the audience in his portrayal of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. in his Civil Rights campaign that is met with fierce resistance. The historic march from Selma to Montgomery led to President Lyndon Johnson passing the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a significant piece of legislation for the civil rights movement. This film tells the story of how the determined and inspiring King and his
fellow campaigners led the march that changed history forever. The film depicts the hardships of ordinary black Americans in their everyday lives despite the passing of the Civil Rights Act just one year earlier. The utterly heartbreaking scenes of the 16th St Baptist Church bombing in 1963 which killed four innocent young girls leaves viewers in complete shock and despair; as well as Oprah Winfrey?s character, Annie Lee Cooper, who is mockingly refused from registering her vote because she couldn?t name all 67 judges in the state. Set primarily in the deep south of America, small town Selma in Alabama came under the nation?s spotlight on one particular day in 1965 when Dr Martin Luther King Jr. used Selma as the site in his struggle for securing equal
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How Oyelowo wasn't nominated for an Academy Award is beyond anyone's belief voting rights. The scenes set in the White House, Washington showing Dr King?s efforts attempting to gather Presidents Johnson?s support of civil voting rights is met with a reply that is oh so typical from even today's politicians: ?You got one big issue. I got a hundred and one.? The President tells Dr King to wait. Dr King refuses. Despite Johnson?s rejection of support, King?s visionary and determination for desegregation is inspiring for all viewers. Oyelowo gives the performance of his life as he delivers his speeches with the same passion and emotion as Dr King did exactly fifty years ago. It?s almost as if you are watching the real Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. The unforgettable march on Selma will leave
viewers open mouthed and astounded that such brutality occurred just five decades ago. Men and women of all ages viciously beaten and arrested for simply marching peacefully for their basic civil rights is distressing and sickening. Carmen Ejogo and Tim Roth both play their roles as Coretta Scott King and Alabama governor George Wallace incredibly well too, but its? really Oyelowo who steals the show with his unforgettable and simply inspiring portrayal of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. It?s impossible not to be moved by this enthralling and emotional two hour rollercoaster, which illustrates so accurately the adversity African Americans had and still do have to endure to this day. How Oyelowo wasn?t nominated for Academy Award is beyond anyone?s belief.
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Real L ife ?She asked me who I was, compl et el y unaware I was her granddaught er.? How Al zheimer's st ol e my grandmot her Has a close family member ever asked you ?who are you?? Mine have. It was my Nanny Jessie who asked me that in November 2012. By then, she was suffering from the late stages of Alzheimer?s disease and not only had she forgotten me, her granddaughter, she had also forgotten her three daughters and even her husband of almost sixty years; my Grandad Will. When my Nanny Jessie was diagnosed with Alzheimer?s disease in 2007, my family and I had no idea the devastating impact this awful disease would have upon everyone. We were all in complete shock. Sadly, Alzheimer?s does run in my family. Nanny Jessie?s mother, Annie, suffered from the disease too as did her own mother before her. It?s something that terrifies me. As a family, we agreed to help and support each other in caring for Nanny Jessie as she deteriorated rapidly. She was only in her mid-seventies, still relatively young in my mind, yet having to watching her slowly slip away from us was utterly heart breaking. In 2012, it became clear to all of us that Nan and Grandad couldn?t live independently anymore. We had to accept that we had reached
Nanny Jessie and Grandad Wil l wit h al l t heir grandchil dren on a f amil y hol iday in 2011
a fork in the road. We had two paths we could take: find a care home for them both or move them in with one of us. Our family were adamant to keep Nan and Grandad out of care for as long as possible. Fortunately, my mum didn?t work and so had the time to care for them. Since our own house wasn?t big enough for Nan and Grandad to move into, we decided to rent a larger house called Tudor House in Billericay, Essex just half an hour away from us. My extended family of aunties, uncles and cousins all promised to pitch in with caring for them which lifted the pressure of us greatly.
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It was in February 2013 that Nanny Jessie finally passed away. She had taken a bad fall early in the New Year which eventually left her bedridden and refusing to eat or drink. She was taken into hospital in early February which was where she was to leave us. I travelled home from Canterbury that day on the train to say goodbye to her, after receiving a call from my Dad that it was likely she wouldn?t last much longer. Sadly, she died that evening.
Grandad Wil l and Nanny Jessie in 1950
The one time I will never forget is when I realised I had lost my Nanny Jessie forever. I had come home for the weekend in November 2012, after moving to Canterbury for university. As everyone greeted me as I walked through the door, Nan asked me: "So what's your name, dear?" clearly having no idea who I was. Sadly, it had transpired that within the last couple of months, Nanny Jessie had completely forgotten her entire family. She even asked her own husband, Grandad Will, who he was. They had known each other since they were sixteen and yet her Alzheimer?s had completely wiped her memory to forget him. Despite Nan forgetting who I was, her sweet and kind nature never left her. The Alzheimer?s could never take that away from her. She would always tell me how lovely and beautiful I was; something which I never tired of hearing! And despite her lack of memory, she still always made us laugh.
Losing Nanny Jessie in such a horrible way I will never forget. But remembering the good times living at Tudor House together I will always treasure. The possibility of another close family member or even myself being diagnosed with Alzheimer?s one day is a thought I cannot even comprehend. The concept of forgetting everyone that I love is terrifying. Presently there is no cure for Alzheimer?s disease. However, with increased funding into dementia research this could all change. For more information about Alzheimer?s and to find out what you can do to help please visit http:/ / www.alzheimers.org.uk/
Cel ebrat ing Grandad Wil l 's 80t h birt hday t oget her
Travel
Kapt ivating Kef alonia With its picturesque views and idyllic beaches, Kefalonia offers the perfect relaxing getaway this summer For a truly relaxing break, the immaculate island of Kefalonia will really make you think you have entered Paradise. Situated in the midst of the Mediterranean sea, Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian islands and will offer you the ultimate relaxing retreat. Whilst most of the Greek islands such as Corfu and Zante are notoriously known for their partying antics for young Brits, Kefalonia has shunned the party vibe and promised holidaymakers a touch of class and peace for a delightful Greek holiday. The small airport runway is right by the shore, ensuring you have the best of views as you descend. As soon as you step off the plane, the warm heat and the sea breeze hits you, reminding you that you are no longer in chilly Britain!
Just one of the many things Kefalonia has to entice you away to their scenic sanctuary, is that it has retained its Greek authenticity with its slow pace and laid back way of life. You?re guaranteed to see Kefalonian residents dressed in black resting in the shade and wandering bell jangling goats. After the devastating earthquake in 1953 which all but destroyed the island, Kefalonia has had to rebuild its' life completely. Everything had to be rebuilt but at no more than a few storeys high. Kefalonia certainly delivers the most stunning views Mother Nature has created.
Travel One cannot go to Kefalonia without visiting its most famous beach, Myrtos Beach. A picture perfect paradise that always has the bluest sea you could ever imagine. It is one of the very few beaches in Europe that has remained largely untouched by developers, promising one of the most beautiful and simply magical places you could ever visit in Kefalonia, let alone Greece and possibly the whole world.
The mesmerizing Myrtos Beach
The best places to stay in Kefalonia will be the charming little villages of Skala and Poros located in the south of the island, which both offer a great variety of five star hotels and wide ranging restaurants that you could never be bored of. The perfect mix of tourists and residents, Skala and Poros is a favourite stay for holidaymakers. With Kefalonia so close to its fellow Greek Island sisters, it would be ideal to take a boat trip around the islands for the day. Costing no more than ÂŁ25 each, a number of different boat trips stop off at ports all around Kefalonia, as well as secluded beaches that aren?t accessible by car.
A quiet beach near Skala, Kefalonia
If Kefalonia can?t help you escape your stress and worries, then you?ll be hard pressed to find a place that can! For a peaceful and relaxing holiday to escape your usual hectic timetable, it would be hard to beat this Greek paradise. To book your Kefalonian holiday, visit www.thomson.co.uk for further details.
An exquisite sunset off the coast of the island
News I t?s a Gi rl ! Th e Duk e and Duch ess of Cambri dge w el come th ei r f i rst daugh ter i nto th e w orl d The second royal baby we have all been waiting for has finally arrived. Arriving at 8.34am on the 2nd of May, Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana became the newest addition to the Cambridge household.
News The world has been impatiently waiting all month. The eagerly anticipated arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge?s second child, a baby girl, was born earlier this week in the Lindo Wing of St Mary?s Hospital in London. And finally they were greeted by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge themselves with their new bundle of joy. The crowd erupted into a thunderous applaud as the couple introduced Princess Charlotte to the world for the first time. Considering the Duchess had given birth less than 12 hours previously, she looked radiant in a simple yellow polka dot Jenny Packham dress and nude heels. Happily she cradled her sleeping daughter in her arms for everyone to see. Both parents have expressed their joy at having a baby girl to add to Prince George waves to the waiting their ever growing crowd before he goes into the hospital to visit his baby sister brood, including the gorgeous Prince George. Britain and indeed the rest of the world, have truly celebrated the little princess?s birth. Prince William told the waiting crowd when he emerged briefly after the birth of his daughter, that he was "very happy", leaving briefly in a Range Rover to collect Prince George from Kensington Palace so that he could meet his new baby sister.
It was only a day later that they released the name of their little princess, Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, named after her great grandmother and late grandmother respectively. She was delivered at 8.34am on May 2nd in the Lindo Wing of St Mary?s Hospital in London weighing a healthy 8lbs 3oz with her proud father, Prince William, right beside his wife during the birth. For months the world speculated as to whether the couples second child would be a girl or a boy, with punters all over Britain convinced the Duchess would give birth to a baby girl. Indeed, the birth of Princess Charlotte proves the bookmakers correct, much to the delight of many punters. Charlotte was also a firm favourite as the chosen name for a daughter. Their daughters? full title is in fact Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge, much like her elder brother, Prince Georges title. New great grandmother, the Queen announced her delight at the new addition to the Royal Family, as did an excited Prince Charles of having a granddaughter for the first time. Princess Charlotte is now fourth in the line of succession, displacing Prince Harry, although there is small likelihood that the young princess will be Queen. For now, the Duke and Duchess are currently residing in Kensington Palace, where Prince George can meet his new sister and the family can get used to being a family of four.
Feature Please don?t judge me because I?m from Essex Being from Essex can open you to ridicule thanks to the popularity of the reality show ?The Only Way Is Essex?, but please get to know us first before sticking us with the Essex stereotype.
Whenever someone asks me where I?m from, especially since coming to university, I?m always slightly apprehensive to reply with ?Essex? before the usual stereotypical jokes kick in. The joke becomes even funnier when I have to further admit I?m from Brentwood; the central location for the filming of The Only Way Is Essex as well as the home of its infamous nightclub, Sugarhut. ?Ohh Essex girl!?, ?Do you know Joey Essex??, and ?How much fake tan do you really use??. Yes, all these comments have been said to me whenever I have to admit I?m from Essex. There?s no getting out of it: I was born and bred in Essex, and my parents are both from the fringes of the infamous county (Dagenham to be exact) so there?s no getting out the fact that I?m fair and square Amy Chil ds, t he current post er girl f or Essex an Essex girl!
The insuf erabe cast of TOWIE
Ever since TOWIE started airing back in 2010 and allowed that red bimbo Amy Childs to actually utter; ?Do you know that Ireland is a different country to Wales? and ?Is Pakistan the capital of India??, it?s placed every single person from Essex in the same box. That we are all thick, orange and superficial. But there is so much more to Essex than TOWIE, which in my opinion, only represents about 5% of the people that actually live there. So please don?t be too quick to judge. Us Essex lot have taken a lot of stick over the last few years, and it?s about time we stood up for ourselves. Essex has a lot to be proud of, and it might surprise you to know what Essex has to offer (apart from the nightclubs and beauty salons). Not only was Essex originally home to the first capital city of England ? Colchester -, it?s also home to the
Feature the longest pier in the world; Southend Pier stretching 1.3 miles long. What?s more, the
popular Downton Abbey were both born in Essex! (See, Essex people can be ?posh?!). So whilst no one can deny that the recent heightened fame has shone a bad light on Essex, you must remember that not all of us are completely clueless. Believe it or not I do know that Ireland is a different country from Wales, and that the capital of India is NOT Pakistan (it?s New Delhi in case you were wondering).
TSout hend Pier
first ever radio broadcast was made in Chelmsford (the Birthplace of Radio). Just a couple of things to remind you of what Essex really should be hailed for. Perhaps it?s also time you knew that it isn?t just the likes of Amy Childs and Joey Essex to come from the bright lights of Essex. The real celebrities of Essex worth celebrating might come as a bit of a Michel l e Dockery, bet t er surprise. Did known as Lady Mary, is an you know that Essex nat ive that the Naked Chef Jamie Oliver is an Essex native? Or self-made nearly-a-billionaire Alan Sugar lives with his family in Chigwell? Or perhaps the most surprising of all, the one and only Dame Maggie Smith and Michelle Dockery of the
There seems little point in selling the idea to outsiders that Essex really is a great place to visit and live without you actually going there. With some of the most scenic views, gorgeous beaches as well as some of the best schools in the country, Essex really does have a lot to offer.
I love Essex and think it?s a great county and place to live. Just a shame that the rest of the country don?t see it?s true beauty.
L ifestyle 5 Things to do This
Summer With summer just around the corner, we cannot wait for those lazy hazy sunny days. The thought of ditching the winter coats whenever we have to leave the house and finally having the excuse to get the sun on our pale and pasty bodies could not come quicker! Let's face it, summer is definitely the best time of the year and what's better than making sure you get the most out of Summer 2015?
1. Go Summer Shopping
2. M ake the ef f ort to see
Summer is the perfect excuse to head to the shops for whole new wardrobe. It's time to ditch the woolly jumpers and winter boots, and finally have a good enough reason to buy that pretty little playsuit you saw
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Organise a get together with the people you love and don't see very often, even someone you haven't been in a contact for a while! The long, warm days of summer mean barbeques and Pimms in the garden are beckoning! You wont regret it, I promise.
3. Go to the beach! Even if you're not going on a foreign holiday this year, the English coastline is seriously underated. With over 5,000 miles to enjoy and explore, the best beaches could literally be on your doorstep.
4. Read a book
5. Nothing!
In the summer, if you have time to spare, what's better than to sit back and dive into a good book? Whether it's a chic flick from Nicholas Sparks or Sophie Kinsella, or a more classic read by Jane Austen, you can never beat a summer read!
Yep, you've read correctly, I mean absolutely nothing. The point of a warm summers' day is to relax. What better way to unwind is there than taking some time out to do nothing? No appointments, no deadlines, just you time! Perfection.
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