I have dyslexia too. I grew up being told by my mom and others that I would never learn to cook, drive or do anything normal. When I was in school teachers would often skip me as they handed out tests. If get a pat on the back told it was ok I didn't have to take the test. I believed them. My mom often reminded me of this. I'd ask "Could you show me how to cook eggs?" I was told "No. You can't because of your dyslexia." I felt stupid.
By 17 I got my GED and passed with flying colors. I married at 18 and my husband who was old taught me how to cook, drive and do laundry. I've raised and educated a child who is now in college. I have books published on Amazon and write for a well know magazine.
My point is being labeled dyslexic was misunderstood years ago. My parents were told not to expect much from me.
My teachers thought that too. So while it is thought this girl had the mental state of a 10yr old you do not know for sure. She may be slow and struggle with things but she isn't someone who needed a babysitter or parent around all the time. This wasn't her parents fault. They were told she wouldn't amount to much.
I admire the will this girl had to leave home. It's scary and it's heart breaking what happened to her. I wish she could have proven to the world she could be come some she wanted to be.
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AmyJolamb
8 years ago
It should say my husband is older. Not old. Lol I wish I could edit on my phone.
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Faridah (1328)
5 years ago
My sister has dyslexia and was treated the same way too. She actually believed it and gave up dropping out of school in 11th grade. She married young and after having her first child she gained more self confidence. She eventually got her high school diploma and a few years ago before turning 40 earned her nursing degree.
I see a lot of my sister in this character. She wanted to be normal and have freedom. She was taken advantage of and I’m glad the family got justice. I wouldn’t say she is annoying she’s trying her best and it’s frustrating for her that it takes her longer to understand things. If you Google celebrities who have dyslexia you just may be shocked at those who have it such as Henry Winkler and Jay Leno. Just because you have a learning disability doesn’t make you stupid. I don’t blame her parents either. It’s hard to tell and adult child what to do. My parents over protected my sister which is one reason she married so young. She wanted to prove her independence same as Annie in this movie.
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