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Four Fingers and Thirteen Toes
Book by Moriarty-Simmonds, Rosaleen
244 pages, Paperback
First published January 7, 2007
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About the author
Rosaleen Moriarty-Simmonds
2 books1 followerRosaleen (Rosie) Moriarty-Simmonds was born in 1960, and describes herself as a Disabled Woman whose impairment, four limbed phocomelia, was caused by the drug Thalidomide.
Having graduated with an Honours Degree in Psychology from Cardiff University in 1985, Rosie became a Civil Servant until she left in 1993.
In 1995, Rosie formed the RMS Disability Issues Consultancy and has worked with the BBC and ITV on various projects covering human interest and the politics of disability. She has also been a guest presenter for the BBC at the Royal Welsh show -- Europe's premier agricultural and country show.
In addition, she has presented a radio documentary series for BBC Radio marking the 50th anniversary of the introduction of Thalidomide into the UK.
Rosie is committed to her voluntary work with many disability organisations and is happily married with one adored son. She has also contributed to a number of books, dealing with the experiences of being a disabled person on both a professional and domestic level.
Of her autobiography, Rosie says that the completion of her story was "A long held promise to my late mother, to commit my story to paper. As the generation of so-called Thalidomide children born in the 1960's are now in middle age, it is important that the story of Thalidomide, and the lessons learnt from the tragedy, are never forgotten."
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Having graduated with an Honours Degree in Psychology from Cardiff University in 1985, Rosie became a Civil Servant until she left in 1993.
In 1995, Rosie formed the RMS Disability Issues Consultancy and has worked with the BBC and ITV on various projects covering human interest and the politics of disability. She has also been a guest presenter for the BBC at the Royal Welsh show -- Europe's premier agricultural and country show.
In addition, she has presented a radio documentary series for BBC Radio marking the 50th anniversary of the introduction of Thalidomide into the UK.
Rosie is committed to her voluntary work with many disability organisations and is happily married with one adored son. She has also contributed to a number of books, dealing with the experiences of being a disabled person on both a professional and domestic level.
Of her autobiography, Rosie says that the completion of her story was "A long held promise to my late mother, to commit my story to paper. As the generation of so-called Thalidomide children born in the 1960's are now in middle age, it is important that the story of Thalidomide, and the lessons learnt from the tragedy, are never forgotten."
Follow the Blog for Four Fingers and Thirteen Toes, on:- http://fourfingersandthirteentoes.wor...
Or for more information on Rosie log onto:- http://www.rms-consultancy.co.uk/
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June 17, 2022
I cannot recall a time in recent memory when a book made me smile so much. Rosaleen "Rosie" Moriarty-Simmonds is one of the most inspirational ladies I have come across in a long time. I was so inspired and by every page of her journey. Her amazing accomplishments and positive attitude were an incentive for me to reach higher in my personal life, despite the obstacles. I learned a lot of new information about Thalidomide. I had a basic knowledge of the history of the drug from having seen a few documentaries and a movie, but Rosie's research helped me uncover a lot more. I also loved learning about Wales. A highly enjoyable read. Diolch yn fawr iawn!
July 31, 2017
A very revealing insight into Thalidomide "victims"
Before I read this book I knew Rosie and Steve through their association with Porthcawl Lions club. I had no idea of the struggle with life and others of the 'human' fraternity that they and fellow sufferers had to endure until I read Rosies incredible story.
Before I read this book I knew Rosie and Steve through their association with Porthcawl Lions club. I had no idea of the struggle with life and others of the 'human' fraternity that they and fellow sufferers had to endure until I read Rosies incredible story.
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