Why ? Because I'm an alcoholic and I read, watch video, fingerspell everything I see, it help me focus on something productive, keep my fingers , mind , busy, etc, etc. At least 2 years, reading, watching videos. Also 2 years without a drink
Signing solo with our grandson has been frustrating at times... I've got no one to practice with. Although I've met several deaf members at church, I had no idea how to connect with my local deaf community. Will use my Search Bar like you said and go attend something 🙂 (and yes, probably look stupid).
I don't think stupid is the right word because you are willing to learn a totally different language. That is great it shows your willingness to learn just like me . Practice and consistency you can do it.
Great learning tips, now, I can't be alone on this, we are yearning to learn your name. So we can brag about your videos teaching style. Sorry, but its killing me, not knowing
I lost my ability to speak in 2017/18 .. I can still talk but no one understands me. This is a side effect from the MANY oral cancer recurrences I have been dealing with since I was 21. I am now 52. I have been looking for a way to learn ASL but the only way I been able to is online. The pandemic hit and I’m lost. I communicate with the world by writing little notes on my phone or I just stay home. It’s awful. I want to learn ASL so much and have a life again. 😢
Have you checked out in person classes in your area? Call a community college, an interpreting agency or the state association for the Deaf and see if anyone can point you in the right direction!
I have always been interested-saw it and found it to be a fascinating and beautiful language. Finally began to learn in earnest 2.5 years ago. I go to weekly classes (I’m up to the “Conversational” classes at my school now), and I go to community events where I’m able to practice before and after the events (or during if it’s a mixer). Trying to bridge the gap between an intermediate signer and fluent though, and fluency still feels very far off. I guess by now, my motivation is just as much to be able to communicate better with my Deaf and HoH acquaintances as it is that initial interest I had in the language. I feel bad that they have to slow their signing down and restrict their signs used just to communicate with me-must be like interacting with a child.
@@selectahhrecords Is there a signer or interpreter you have met who you look up to? Have you asked them to evaluate you...an honest evaluation? I respect your commitment to date...let's find a way to accelerate your learning
@@signlanguagepractice I follow a bunch of folks on social media. I haven’t had any evaluations but I know I’m in between beginner and advanced, and my grammar and receptive skills need improvement and my ASL vocabulary needs practice, refinement, and development. Other than my school, I don’t have an idea of who I could learn from.
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Why ? Because I'm an alcoholic and I read, watch video, fingerspell everything I see, it help me focus on something productive, keep my fingers , mind , busy, etc, etc. At least 2 years, reading, watching videos. Also 2 years without a drink
Thank you I need this video.
Congrats on both!
CONGRATULATIONS on determination
@@tinamoore338 always welcome
Congrats on two dry years!!!
Thank you for these important tips. You are a fantastic teacher!
I appreciate you watching
asl translation is a nice intersection of a lot of my interests. i'm excited to learn more
Nice to find your "why"
Signing solo with our grandson has been frustrating at times... I've got no one to practice with.
Although I've met several deaf members at church, I had no idea how to connect with my local deaf community. Will use my Search Bar like you said and go attend something 🙂 (and yes, probably look stupid).
You will look stupid...just at first. Keep trying
I don't think stupid is the right word because you are willing to learn a totally different language. That is great it shows your willingness to learn just like me . Practice and consistency you can do it.
Great learning tips, now, I can't be alone on this, we are yearning to learn your name. So we can brag about your videos teaching style. Sorry, but its killing me, not knowing
Ha. Let's keep it a mystery
@@signlanguagepractice you got it, no issues, we are blessed to have you
I lost my ability to speak in 2017/18 .. I can still talk but no one understands me. This is a side effect from the MANY oral cancer recurrences I have been dealing with since I was 21. I am now 52. I have been looking for a way to learn ASL but the only way I been able to is online. The pandemic hit and I’m lost. I communicate with the world by writing little notes on my phone or I just stay home. It’s awful. I want to learn ASL so much and have a life again. 😢
Have you checked out in person classes in your area? Call a community college, an interpreting agency or the state association for the Deaf and see if anyone can point you in the right direction!
Do you tutor or teach private lessons?
Kind of you to ask. There are other options that may be better. May I ask, why are you learning sign?
I have always been interested-saw it and found it to be a fascinating and beautiful language. Finally began to learn in earnest 2.5 years ago. I go to weekly classes (I’m up to the “Conversational” classes at my school now), and I go to community events where I’m able to practice before and after the events (or during if it’s a mixer). Trying to bridge the gap between an intermediate signer and fluent though, and fluency still feels very far off.
I guess by now, my motivation is just as much to be able to communicate better with my Deaf and HoH acquaintances as it is that initial interest I had in the language. I feel bad that they have to slow their signing down and restrict their signs used just to communicate with me-must be like interacting with a child.
@@selectahhrecords Is there a signer or interpreter you have met who you look up to? Have you asked them to evaluate you...an honest evaluation? I respect your commitment to date...let's find a way to accelerate your learning
@@signlanguagepractice I follow a bunch of folks on social media. I haven’t had any evaluations but I know I’m in between beginner and advanced, and my grammar and receptive skills need improvement and my ASL vocabulary needs practice, refinement, and development. Other than my school, I don’t have an idea of who I could learn from.