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Posted: February 11th, 2008 under film-video, typography.
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Comment from Sylvia
Time: February 11, 2008, 10:02 am

That’s amazing! Wow. Totally cool.

Comment from John Miedema
Time: February 11, 2008, 12:12 pm

What a brilliant blog you have!

Re: video. I have more than once wondered if passionate readers experience a sort of synesthesia when reading, with words taking on a sensory quality. The video of course is the exact opposite, with sensory objects taking on the form of words.

You have a new dedicated reader. Good day.

Comment from xensen
Time: February 11, 2008, 10:17 pm

Thank you. Lately I’ve had a lot on my plate and I’ve had a hard time keeping up with my blogging. These comments are heartening.

Comment from Nancy
Time: February 13, 2008, 10:04 am

Let me add to the round of applause. I always find something fascinating here and well written too. You are a real SUCCESS!

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