I've watched this video and it is a shame it has gone this far! SEE is this boys language and his modified "Hunter" symbol is far from threatening...
Click here for the full story and video, then tell us your thoughts...
This blog was created to document my experiences and interaction within the Deaf community for my American Sign Language ASL classes at SCCC. Really, this blog and I aspire to achieve so much more! To enlighten, to promote, to inspire, to provoke... we will have to wait and see where it takes us...
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Any Deaf Events Left This Summer?
Hey guys and gals,
What's going on yet this summer? Deaf Events or other events with interpretation? Anything at the Puyallup Fair or??? Fill me in and share your plans right here!
Thanks!
What's going on yet this summer? Deaf Events or other events with interpretation? Anything at the Puyallup Fair or??? Fill me in and share your plans right here!
Thanks!
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Needed: ASL ITP books or DVD's
I am in search of ASL ITP course books or DVD's either for free or at a reasonable price. The ITP program at Seattle Central Community College is no longer available and I am trying to figure out how to further my interpretive skills while waiting on a new program to begin locally. Please help~ thank you.
Monday, August 20, 2012
Girl Scouts deny Deaf girl's needs... What do you think?
Read the article posted on this link to the NAD site and give us your view please.
This blog seeks to bring awareness to discrimination and other controversial issues affecting the Deaf community, as well as to inform of great events and other relevant issues. Your feedback/comments will make this an even better blog... become a follower today and share this blog with your friends!
This blog seeks to bring awareness to discrimination and other controversial issues affecting the Deaf community, as well as to inform of great events and other relevant issues. Your feedback/comments will make this an even better blog... become a follower today and share this blog with your friends!
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Breast Cancer Sucks! You Can Help Find A Cure!
Hello
there! I have less than 30 days left to reach my personal fundraising
goal for the Susan G Komen 3 Day for the Cure! You can help more than
you know by supporting my efforts, and in exchange... I will do the
walking for you! 60 miles over 3 days... whew! Training is gearing
up... 18 miles this Saturday. We will be the one's in pink! When you
see us out walking... Honk your horn, wave, and show us your
encouraging smiles! See donation links at bottom of this letter to donate on line or by mail~thanks!
One
woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every two minutes in the U.S.,
and somewhere in the world every 19 seconds. And every 74 seconds ~
someone dies from breast cancer. That is why I am walking and
fundraising for the 3-Day. I will join thousands of walkers and crew
members in the Susan G. Komen Seattle 3-Day. I am walking 60 miles
over three days to demonstrate my determination in finding a cure for
breast cancer. Because everyone deserves a lifetime. Chances are
that you know someone who has been affected by breast cancer in their
lifetime. Consider your donation as a powerful tribute to them. Every
mother, every aunt, every sister, every daughter deserves a life
without breast cancer.
I
served as a crew member on the (Judy Kent) 3-Day kitchen crew, giving
my all in service to the walkers for three days. The work I did
supported thousands of dedicated walkers and required that I rose
before dawn, and worked late into the evenings – I actually loved
the two nights in a pink tent! It was an amazing experience each year
getting to know the survivors and meeting many wonderful women and
men whose lives were all touched in some way by breast cancer. I too
have family and friends who have battled breast cancer and other
cancers.
I
had been on training walks with the Olympia/Lacey team of Hello
Cupcakes each season, but remained a kitchen crew member ~ and loved
every minute! Everyone on the Hello Cupcake team has a “Cake”
name; and last year while training with them, I was asked why I
continued to train if I was going to be a crew member? When I
explained that I loved to just soak in all the inspiration from their
encouraging stories of struggle and survival and determination... I
was named “Sponge Cake” and decided right then that the next year
I wanted to do more! Well, it's next year! Although my summer was
filled with much busyness with a total of 3 family graduations and my
son's wedding... I recently managed to get my 2012 training and
fundraising underway.
I
am raising a minimum of $2300 in donations. I had a huge yard sale
and raised $175 in sales/donations and have another planned for
Sept.1st. This cause is very important to me, and with my
determination and your support too, I know that I can do this!
Susan
G. Komen™ works hard to build a future without breast cancer, and
my goal is to help bring us closer to that goal. Net proceeds support
ground breaking research and scientific programs as well as grants
fro education, screening and treatment programs at both the national
and local level. No breast cancer organization provides more support
than Komen. Millions of women rely on Komen everyday. Please consider
matching my $60 donation today, or out give me! You can donate at
The3Day.org ~ under my name, or by using my personalized enclosed
donation form ~ in any amount that works for you. No donation is too
big – or too small.
See
how your donation could be used:
$35
(Could be used to provide the cost of patient transportation to a
treatment session.)
$60
(Could be used to support a 3-Day® walker for her/his 60-mile
journey.)
$120
(Could be used to provide the cost of a life-saving mammogram.)
$250
(There are 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in America.)
$585
(The average 3-Day walker will walk 585 miles while training.)
$1150
(Get your 3-Day walker halfway to their fundraising goal.)
Thank you for your support,
Sincerely,
Kelly
Lynne Murray
Participant
ID: 2931836
Seattle;
Hello Cupcake
***My
Personal Page:Highlight the link below and open in a new tab to donate online:
http://www.the3day.org/site/TR/2012/SeattleEvent2012?px=2931836&pg=personal&fr_id=1769
P.S.
Don't wait – please donate today!
Susan
G. Komen 3-Day™. BECAUSE
EVERYONE DESERVES A LIFETIME®.
©2012
Susan G. Komen™
To mail in a donation; please print the document from the following link. Thank you.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Ryan Schlecht's One Man Show: The Vivacity of ASL, Voice Interpretation
THIS LOOKS TO BE A GREAT SHOW!
Tickets are only $20
If you have seen this before; give us your review here...
If there are other shows coming soon you want to tell us about... do that too!
Thanks!
http://www.strangertickets.com/events/5621636/the-vivacity-of-asl
Tickets are only $20
If you have seen this before; give us your review here...
If there are other shows coming soon you want to tell us about... do that too!
Thanks!
http://www.strangertickets.com/events/5621636/the-vivacity-of-asl
Friday, August 10, 2012
Guest Post by John Peter Walsh; My 2 Weeks at Gallaudet
Attending
Gallaudet University is not like enrolling in any
college.
It's like entering the world of the Deaf.
There
are three separate two week summer sessions of
intensive
ASL instruction. Six hours of classes daily, plus after
school
video preparations, dining in the cafeteria and living in
dorms.
Speech will make you as popular as someone answering
a cell
phone during a symphony performance.
I
stayed at Gallaudet from 7/15-7/27/12. The first day is a little
hectic
and confusing as you learn your way around campus and hook up on
Gallaudet's private e-mail and video system. However, 24 hours in,
I felt
right at home. Gallaudet is the only liberal arts college for the
Deaf in the
world. I have a Deaf brother and I did not learn to sign with him until
in my 30s. No one else in the family ever learned. My brother passed
away in 2003 and this trip was not just for language growth;it was
about personal, family healing.
The
curriculum and teacher were both excellent...more about
that
later. The primary reason I would recommend a session at
Gallaudet
is the opportunity to sign, day and night, in school, computer lab, library,
cafeteria, and dorms. Also, there are frequent signing opportunities in
stores and restaurants on or close to campus.
Some
students stayed and ate off campus. However, I would
encourage
buying a dorm and meal package. The tuition was $660
and a
package of twelve days in the dorms plus breakfast and lunch
in the
cafeteria cost $720 for a total of $1380. You can purchase
a
breakfast, lunch and dinner package but I thought it would be
interesting to go
out at night and try restaurants that were frequented by Gallaudet students.
Dining out did not provide the social and signing opportunities I hoped
for, but there were some memorable moments. Not all pleasant.
After
my first stressful day, I walked into a restaurant and ordered
a rum
and coke. $12. As Dorothy said, "Well Toto, I guess we're
not in
Kansas anymore." Most restaurants were reasonable but some
exorbitant.
Stunningly,
the food in the cafeteria was excellent. Breakfast
included
eggs, bacon, pancakes, waffles, toast, bagels, fruit plates,
an
assortment of healthy cereals and juices. Lunch featured burger and
fries
type meals if you were in the mood, but also a great salad bar,
a
sandwich bar and one daily special like stir fry chicken and rice.
The
last time I ate dorm food was in the 1960s and it was
abysmal,
so the Gallaudet cafeteria was a very pleasant surprise.
There
were 20 in our class. 19 women and me. Ever wondered
why the
interpreter field is dominated by women? I learned at home.
My
father was born in 1921. A gentle, loving man but raised
to be
the "strong, silent" type. I never saw him cry in my
entire life.
My
older brother is very stoic, just like my father. If you can't show
emotion
with your face, how can you possibly learn to sign well?
Women
are much more comfortable than men displaying their emotions and
that's why they make better signers.
Fortunately,
I cry at the movies or even during sappy commercials,
so
that's why I always end up the only male in the class.
Our
teacher's name was Edna Johnston. She didn't possess
the
hilarious acting skills of Nat Wilson, our teacher at SCCC.
However,
she presented an effective curriculum with enthusiasm
and a
very positive, supporting attitude. She delivered criticism
always
in an encouraging manner and, like Nat, she stayed cheerful
in
class at all times and displayed a wonderful sense of humor.
Edna
is a Deaf lesbian. She and her partner adopted three
deaf
children from Ethiopia. A girl, 7 years, and two boys, 5 years and
15 months. I really honor her for rescuing these children.
One
morning the girl and oldest boy came to class for about
an hour
to visit in the care of Edna's mother-in-law. The girl
signed
at warp speed and obviously enjoys a happy, loving home
life
and a positive self image. The boy was more shy, not quite
as
effervescent, but also seemed pleasant and well adjusted.
The
homework was a series of video presentations that could
be made
on any computer in the lab or library. Gallaudet has a program called
"Mythread" that allows a student to videotape his
assignment and
immediately submit it to the teacher. In all honesty, there were
some annoying glitches with this program. I always ended up sending in my videos
two different ways, because several students sent videos that were lost in
cyberspace and had to redo the assignment.
Everyone
attended two Deaf related activities in the community
or on
campus and delivered a video regarding their impressions. Everyone had to
film their textbook work and there were various projects involving room or
building descriptions and family life. Almost every evening a
project had to be practiced and then filmed.
The
temperature frequently hit triple digits...walk outside for
five
minutes and wilt. However, every 15 minutes there is an
air-conditioned shuttle bus leaving Gallaudet and headed for Union
Station.
Once
at Union Station, you can take the metro and travel cheaply
to
almost anywhere in D.C...Smithsonian, Library of Congress, Capitol
Building...in 10-20 minutes. Fortuitously on our weekend off, the
temperatures plummeted into the 70s and I spent a wonderful Saturday
walking
from the Smithsonian to Chinatown and back to Gallaudet.
Studying
at Gallaudet has been a lifelong dream of mine.
On the
last day, we all had to give a family related signed presentation.
I spoke
of my Deaf brother and his communication separation from
the
family and broke down. My teacher and classmates were all
very
sweet and supportive.
After
the final project, the whole class went out to Chinatown
for
lunch and celebrated.
If ASL
is one of your passions, I would heartily endorse
at
least a summer session at Gallaudet. I'd love to study there for
a year
if I dwelled in a higher income bracket.
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Guest Post by John O'Connor; Help Reduce the Risk of Hearing Loss With Healthy Lifestyle Changes
Help
Reduce the Risk of Hearing Loss With Healthy Lifestyle
Changes
People who are at risk of hearing loss or those who are already hard of hearing can still reduce their risk of incurring further damage by taking some simple steps. The ears, like the rest of the body, are affected by what we eat, drink, and most importantly, listen to. Exposure to loud noises is one of the most common cause of non-age-related hearing loss.
Several types of hearing loss exist, and not all of them respond the same way to treatments and preventative measures. Noise-related hearing loss occurs because of damage to the cells inside the ears. This type of hearing loss is permanent and cannot be cured. If you feel you are losing your hearing, are currently hard of hearing of even experience a degree of deafness, hearing aids may be a good idea in order to help increase your hearing.
The best and most important way to protect hearing is to avoid loud noises. Extremely loud noises such as gunshots and jet planes taking off can cause damage even with short exposure. Noises at the level of a gasoline-powered lawn mower can cause damage after prolonged exposure.
Earplugs are a good investment in your hearing. Choose a type that is rated to reduce decibels across the entire noise spectrum. Noise-canceling headphones can be useful in some circumstances, but are most effective on lower-frequency sounds and may not protect hearing from higher-pitched noises.
In addition to avoiding noise, there is some evidence that eating well can protect your ears. In a study on animals, research noted that a formula of vitamins and minerals protected the hearing of animals exposed to loud noises for long periods of time. The formula contained vitamins A, C, E and the mineral magnesium. The mixture was more effective than the vitamins alone, magnesium alone, or a placebo (UMHS, 2007).
Age-related hearing loss comes from a number of sources, including noise exposure during earlier life. However, it is also affected by genetics and health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease (URMC, 2012). Eating well and exercising regularly can help prevent these conditions, which should then reduce the risk of age-related hearing loss.
Hearing loss may not be wholly preventable, but there is a lot you can do to reduce the risk. Noise exposure is the most important source of hearing loss in people under 65, and it can be entirely prevented. Age-related hearing loss can be affected by a healthy lifestyle, although it cannot be entirely prevented because of genetic factors. There are a lot of reasons to live healthy, and maintaining your hearing appears to have been added to the list.
People who are at risk of hearing loss or those who are already hard of hearing can still reduce their risk of incurring further damage by taking some simple steps. The ears, like the rest of the body, are affected by what we eat, drink, and most importantly, listen to. Exposure to loud noises is one of the most common cause of non-age-related hearing loss.
Several types of hearing loss exist, and not all of them respond the same way to treatments and preventative measures. Noise-related hearing loss occurs because of damage to the cells inside the ears. This type of hearing loss is permanent and cannot be cured. If you feel you are losing your hearing, are currently hard of hearing of even experience a degree of deafness, hearing aids may be a good idea in order to help increase your hearing.
The best and most important way to protect hearing is to avoid loud noises. Extremely loud noises such as gunshots and jet planes taking off can cause damage even with short exposure. Noises at the level of a gasoline-powered lawn mower can cause damage after prolonged exposure.
Earplugs are a good investment in your hearing. Choose a type that is rated to reduce decibels across the entire noise spectrum. Noise-canceling headphones can be useful in some circumstances, but are most effective on lower-frequency sounds and may not protect hearing from higher-pitched noises.
In addition to avoiding noise, there is some evidence that eating well can protect your ears. In a study on animals, research noted that a formula of vitamins and minerals protected the hearing of animals exposed to loud noises for long periods of time. The formula contained vitamins A, C, E and the mineral magnesium. The mixture was more effective than the vitamins alone, magnesium alone, or a placebo (UMHS, 2007).
Age-related hearing loss comes from a number of sources, including noise exposure during earlier life. However, it is also affected by genetics and health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease (URMC, 2012). Eating well and exercising regularly can help prevent these conditions, which should then reduce the risk of age-related hearing loss.
Hearing loss may not be wholly preventable, but there is a lot you can do to reduce the risk. Noise exposure is the most important source of hearing loss in people under 65, and it can be entirely prevented. Age-related hearing loss can be affected by a healthy lifestyle, although it cannot be entirely prevented because of genetic factors. There are a lot of reasons to live healthy, and maintaining your hearing appears to have been added to the list.
Monday, August 6, 2012
Deaf Athletes in the Olympics?
I was wondering if we had any Deaf athletes in the Olympics, so I did what any curious blogger would do... I googled it! I only came up with a few good links; but two things disturbed me. Firstly, what I found most disturbing is that the Deflympics was just in July and I had no idea! I have to find out how to be better informed on such events for the Deaf community! I missed out and am not happy about that. Secondly, I read that they actually had to debate the use of hand signals and lights to signal a Deaf swimmer Marcus Titus. Read all about Titus and other Deaf athlete issues from the links below. Enjoy! and comment, share, share:D Thanks
http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/usa-swimming-will-allow-hand-signals-to-accommodate-deaf-athletes-at-olympic-trials/2012/04/19/gIQAkcbEUT_story.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deaf_people_in_the_Olympics
http://www.deaffootball2012.com/
http://www.2012wdac.org/Public/Home.aspx
https://www.facebook.com/Deaflympics
http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/usa-swimming-will-allow-hand-signals-to-accommodate-deaf-athletes-at-olympic-trials/2012/04/19/gIQAkcbEUT_story.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deaf_people_in_the_Olympics
http://www.deaffootball2012.com/
http://www.2012wdac.org/Public/Home.aspx
https://www.facebook.com/Deaflympics
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Thursday, August 2, 2012
Final Book Review: Turn A Deaf Ear; Ch 10-12
Enter danger, intrigue, suspense, and a few more characters to keep us inspired til the last line. More about food, family, prejudice, and life's challenges including the Mafia. You simply must read for yourself how this one all ends... I just did, and I am thinking it is worthy of a re-read just for pure pleasure! The Epilogue is a brief history of Deaf struggles, technological advances, and legislation affecting the Deaf community. Visit their website as well at www.turnadeafear.com Thank you so much to publicist Darlene Chan for this great opportunity to review this book and share it with you. There are many of you that read this blog according to my stats... but no one has yet made 3 comments, become a follower, or gotten 3 more followers in order to win a free copy of Turn A Deaf Ear. You still have time tho... read the reviews, make your comments and build the list of followers today!
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