I have proved to myself I am becoming MORE OPEN MINDED
- this powerful 10 minute clip made me feel all types of emotions but I am happy that I watched the whole thing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YN5Fdz1En0&feature=related
PLEASE COMMENT!
i would love insight of differnt opinions-
March 24, 2011
March 23, 2011
reading UNDERSTANDING DEAF CULTURE
this book at first was dreadful- I thought to myself get on with the GOOD STUFF.
I'm reading- and this stuff is disturbing me
a excerpt on p 129 is "we should try ourselves to forget they are deaf. We should try to teach them to forget that they are deaf"
Why does one feel that ANYONE is inferior to them.
In schools sign language was prohibited. The deaf schools took the children's hands and binded them. hit the students with canes and rulers. and forced instruments into their mouths which made the tongue bleed, and in order to make the children open their mouths.
I couldn't believe that a HUMAN- would act in an inhumane manner because one cant hear.
as I read I now understand why the Deaf are so proud in the culture.
I was born into a family that shown me being Deaf is more than having a audiological hearing loss. It is a sense of identity.
BUT NOW- I'm being exposed to the history of being oppressed- and what essentially formulates the culture.
tomorrow I will be attending a Deaf theatre - THE PRICE
DEFINITELY AM LOOKING FORWARD TO IT
I'm reading- and this stuff is disturbing me
a excerpt on p 129 is "we should try ourselves to forget they are deaf. We should try to teach them to forget that they are deaf"
Why does one feel that ANYONE is inferior to them.
In schools sign language was prohibited. The deaf schools took the children's hands and binded them. hit the students with canes and rulers. and forced instruments into their mouths which made the tongue bleed, and in order to make the children open their mouths.
I couldn't believe that a HUMAN- would act in an inhumane manner because one cant hear.
as I read I now understand why the Deaf are so proud in the culture.
I was born into a family that shown me being Deaf is more than having a audiological hearing loss. It is a sense of identity.
BUT NOW- I'm being exposed to the history of being oppressed- and what essentially formulates the culture.
tomorrow I will be attending a Deaf theatre - THE PRICE
DEFINITELY AM LOOKING FORWARD TO IT
March 19, 2011
Paddy's Day
Celebrated going to the pub with the Deaf community. I HAD MY FLIP. So i was able to get a lot of footage, i keep rewinding the videos back because my friends are so amusing as they utilize sign language. THAT'S THE TOTAL BEAUTY OF THE LANGUAGE.
We were there for hours and my friend Nirvana was sick- I usually ask her what people are saying when I don't understand.
I found out that I was totally dependant on her, and use her as a cushion. I forced myself to stop utilizing the Deaf studies students in order to communicate with individuals that are Deaf. I am very well capable of holding down a conversation by myself.
MY CONFIDENCE WAS TOTALLY BOOSTED- I just need to find a film(er) who can capture me signing instead of just observing
We were there for hours and my friend Nirvana was sick- I usually ask her what people are saying when I don't understand.
I found out that I was totally dependant on her, and use her as a cushion. I forced myself to stop utilizing the Deaf studies students in order to communicate with individuals that are Deaf. I am very well capable of holding down a conversation by myself.
MY CONFIDENCE WAS TOTALLY BOOSTED- I just need to find a film(er) who can capture me signing instead of just observing
March 17, 2011
BLAHHHHHHHHHHH
is exactly HOW I FEEL.
I cant get motivated to do hw at all- and I seemed to have put myself on a personal schedule to minimize the stress OF THE NEAR FUTURE- but have yet failed to even attempt many of the readings/ writing assignments that are due.
Im not feeling down- and Im not feeling homesick but Im not feeling England at the moment. It may be due to me getting into an altercation at the club- or maybe I miss my own space with my own apartment. I hung out with the BSL students last night and fooled around with my flip- it cheered me up EXTREMELY. But right now- i just feel like im kind over over the excitement/hype of my England adventure.
Im pretty sure once i accomplish something and play around with my flip but until then......
toodles
OH YEAH- HAPPY ST. PADDY'S DAY. im surrounding myself with the Deaf students tonight as well, Ill be sure to update you on that :)
I cant get motivated to do hw at all- and I seemed to have put myself on a personal schedule to minimize the stress OF THE NEAR FUTURE- but have yet failed to even attempt many of the readings/ writing assignments that are due.
Im not feeling down- and Im not feeling homesick but Im not feeling England at the moment. It may be due to me getting into an altercation at the club- or maybe I miss my own space with my own apartment. I hung out with the BSL students last night and fooled around with my flip- it cheered me up EXTREMELY. But right now- i just feel like im kind over over the excitement/hype of my England adventure.
Im pretty sure once i accomplish something and play around with my flip but until then......
toodles
OH YEAH- HAPPY ST. PADDY'S DAY. im surrounding myself with the Deaf students tonight as well, Ill be sure to update you on that :)
March 14, 2011
Deaf Day- im marking my calender
Deaf Day 2011, taking place on Saturday 16 April, is the biggest event of its kind in the UK for anyone who is D/deaf or interested in Deafness.
http://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/Deaf_education/173/178
ANTOHER TRIP TO LONDON!!!! :)
http://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/Deaf_education/173/178
ANTOHER TRIP TO LONDON!!!! :)
epic fail
that plan to have my paper finished by this weekend was an epic fail!
i intend to finish it tomorrow - it's due Tuesday and on Wednesday be nearly finished with my write up. I am attempting to put myself on a schedule to avoid freakin out in the end.
hope this turns out well :/
i intend to finish it tomorrow - it's due Tuesday and on Wednesday be nearly finished with my write up. I am attempting to put myself on a schedule to avoid freakin out in the end.
hope this turns out well :/
March 11, 2011
presentation
had a presentation today.
I could not get the motivation to do it at all- went to sleep at 3 set my alarm for 7 and class started at 9. Why did i ignore my alarm and wake up at 840. I had 20 minutes to get dressed and perfect what i want to say toward the end of my presentation. (it was only about 10 slides). I didnt think I worked well under pressure- but i managed to write down a few things on a note card - get dressed THANK GOODNESS i knew what i was wearing and I arrived to class 2 minutes late- but it was no biggie!
Everyone got hounded for choosing the same topic to do their presentation. Students regurgitated what the professor taught last week into their presentation and at the end when asked what facts did they find to support the information they decided to present - they had no idea!
for ex- one girl put that one theory suggests schizophrenia may be caused my a maternal virus ( woman carrying child catches a virus and the effects of the virus can cause harm to unborn child) - when questioned about her research she had no idea how to answer- stories that Ive heard about the professor made her out to be petrifying like the "principal" on Matilda lol
I was the 4th student to present this am on schizophrenia- I started with a poem which was in fact a personal reflection of Colin King an individual suffering from schizophrenia. He revealed how he view himself, how he was viewed by peers, of the same race, and of others. He introduces himself as Mr. insane, subnormal, and psychotic exposing his loss of contact with reality.
I added what symptoms are of being schizophrenic and all in all my presentation was way much different than the other students. I do not blame them- but their school system. Professors here do not clearly express what is expected of them and I did not know what was expected of me as well but I can say that I thank my professors back at home for preparing me very well. I actually noticed that I was shaking due to not presenting in a while- but I projected my voice and tried not to speak rather quickly- which i often do when I am ready to get it all over with.
I left my class this morning feeling great- knowing that I am able to express myself concisely- which is an attribute that I have always felt I needed improvement with.
Along with my presentation which was not graded! I must write a 1500 word write up. I thought the write up was an essay and I have mildly beaten myself up about not starting it but thank goodness I havent because I would have done the assignment ALL WRONG!
this weekend i will work on that and my paper due in Deaf Community and Culture on Tuesday.
In addition to playing with my flip mino- going into town to get that since it came in yesterday :) IM SO EXCITED! I can finally work on my projects.
I could not get the motivation to do it at all- went to sleep at 3 set my alarm for 7 and class started at 9. Why did i ignore my alarm and wake up at 840. I had 20 minutes to get dressed and perfect what i want to say toward the end of my presentation. (it was only about 10 slides). I didnt think I worked well under pressure- but i managed to write down a few things on a note card - get dressed THANK GOODNESS i knew what i was wearing and I arrived to class 2 minutes late- but it was no biggie!
Everyone got hounded for choosing the same topic to do their presentation. Students regurgitated what the professor taught last week into their presentation and at the end when asked what facts did they find to support the information they decided to present - they had no idea!
for ex- one girl put that one theory suggests schizophrenia may be caused my a maternal virus ( woman carrying child catches a virus and the effects of the virus can cause harm to unborn child) - when questioned about her research she had no idea how to answer- stories that Ive heard about the professor made her out to be petrifying like the "principal" on Matilda lol
I was the 4th student to present this am on schizophrenia- I started with a poem which was in fact a personal reflection of Colin King an individual suffering from schizophrenia. He revealed how he view himself, how he was viewed by peers, of the same race, and of others. He introduces himself as Mr. insane, subnormal, and psychotic exposing his loss of contact with reality.
I added what symptoms are of being schizophrenic and all in all my presentation was way much different than the other students. I do not blame them- but their school system. Professors here do not clearly express what is expected of them and I did not know what was expected of me as well but I can say that I thank my professors back at home for preparing me very well. I actually noticed that I was shaking due to not presenting in a while- but I projected my voice and tried not to speak rather quickly- which i often do when I am ready to get it all over with.
I left my class this morning feeling great- knowing that I am able to express myself concisely- which is an attribute that I have always felt I needed improvement with.
Along with my presentation which was not graded! I must write a 1500 word write up. I thought the write up was an essay and I have mildly beaten myself up about not starting it but thank goodness I havent because I would have done the assignment ALL WRONG!
this weekend i will work on that and my paper due in Deaf Community and Culture on Tuesday.
In addition to playing with my flip mino- going into town to get that since it came in yesterday :) IM SO EXCITED! I can finally work on my projects.
March 10, 2011
flip mino is here
Today I was determined to have a productive day. Went to the medical centre to see how much I weighed- I have continued to lose weight- but I'm not excited because I know I will gain it all back in the meantime when I return.
Productivity- I have not been studying W H Y?!
The English school system is not motivating me
I have a presentation on schizophrenia and guess what I'm not being graded on it. I was doing all types of research and excited to speak in front of the class with all these cool facts that I'm finding- or the hypothesis prevalent in the study of psychosis.
Went to the course leader to see what information should be included and GUESS WHAT- Its pass or fail - its not being graded
after that was said- I PUT THE BOOK DOWN
reading was no longer interesting! I think that my mind is goal oriented and in America I have drive because I am used to getting numerous assignments that in fact get graded-
here I write 2 papers and that's it- for each of my courses
FML- this is outrageous. I do not see how my teacher can justify if I have retained information with writing a paper
YES i do realize that multiple choice is a cop-out for individually reading students open answers on exams but I would rather have those than just a measly essay. Well I wont say measly since they do require thought but I just don't see how 1500 word essay exemplify that I have learned material over the course of a term in school.
My flip is here and I decided to get it tomorrow after my presentation- if not I would just play with it and not study :/
Productivity- I have not been studying W H Y?!
The English school system is not motivating me
I have a presentation on schizophrenia and guess what I'm not being graded on it. I was doing all types of research and excited to speak in front of the class with all these cool facts that I'm finding- or the hypothesis prevalent in the study of psychosis.
Went to the course leader to see what information should be included and GUESS WHAT- Its pass or fail - its not being graded
after that was said- I PUT THE BOOK DOWN
reading was no longer interesting! I think that my mind is goal oriented and in America I have drive because I am used to getting numerous assignments that in fact get graded-
here I write 2 papers and that's it- for each of my courses
FML- this is outrageous. I do not see how my teacher can justify if I have retained information with writing a paper
YES i do realize that multiple choice is a cop-out for individually reading students open answers on exams but I would rather have those than just a measly essay. Well I wont say measly since they do require thought but I just don't see how 1500 word essay exemplify that I have learned material over the course of a term in school.
My flip is here and I decided to get it tomorrow after my presentation- if not I would just play with it and not study :/
March 09, 2011
Nacirema
our teacher had us read about this "crazy tribe"
the class was community and culture
and we read about a culture that was poorly understood
- a lot of their day was spent in ritual activity
and the focus of the activity was the human body
the fundamental belief was the human body is ugly and its natural tendency to debility and disease. Their wealth was determined by how many shrines they possessed. There were a box of potions that were essential to living. These Nacirema also had an almost pathological horror of and fascination with the mouth.
They went to see a holy mouth man who tortured indiviudally on a annual basis- it was seen as an exorcisim of the evils of the mouth. Ceremonial feasts existed to make thin people fat and vice versa. Women baked their heads in ovens for hours at a time and these people were absurd-
all in all- he was talking about americans.
N A C I R E M A is American backwards
it was an eye opener on how as I was reading this I thought these people were odd- because I didnt understand the point in the things they did- It made me realize one cant be so quick to label something different as strange- just because I dont understand it.
the class was community and culture
and we read about a culture that was poorly understood
- a lot of their day was spent in ritual activity
and the focus of the activity was the human body
the fundamental belief was the human body is ugly and its natural tendency to debility and disease. Their wealth was determined by how many shrines they possessed. There were a box of potions that were essential to living. These Nacirema also had an almost pathological horror of and fascination with the mouth.
They went to see a holy mouth man who tortured indiviudally on a annual basis- it was seen as an exorcisim of the evils of the mouth. Ceremonial feasts existed to make thin people fat and vice versa. Women baked their heads in ovens for hours at a time and these people were absurd-
all in all- he was talking about americans.
N A C I R E M A is American backwards
it was an eye opener on how as I was reading this I thought these people were odd- because I didnt understand the point in the things they did- It made me realize one cant be so quick to label something different as strange- just because I dont understand it.
March 05, 2011
my birthday week has been fantastic
i havent stopped celebrating
turned 21 and it will definitely be a birthday that i will always remember :)
this week i have been asked to critically think about my life.
I was asked does America really have cliques- like the movie Mean girls
After I answered- it made me think movies tend to portray America as a whole. Also something interesting I found out was that In England they do not
I also went to a debate- very interesting (when i find the link I will post)
I met some Afro- Caribbean individuals and the outlooks on life here made me think a lot.
it's late and I haven't posted in a while so i just wanted to jot something down. Will post details later
PS I WILL BE BUYING MY FLIP SOON!
turned 21 and it will definitely be a birthday that i will always remember :)
this week i have been asked to critically think about my life.
I was asked does America really have cliques- like the movie Mean girls
After I answered- it made me think movies tend to portray America as a whole. Also something interesting I found out was that In England they do not
I also went to a debate- very interesting (when i find the link I will post)
I met some Afro- Caribbean individuals and the outlooks on life here made me think a lot.
it's late and I haven't posted in a while so i just wanted to jot something down. Will post details later
PS I WILL BE BUYING MY FLIP SOON!
February 28, 2011
bringining in my birthday!
This weekend was magnificent- went to London and TRULY ENJOYED MYSELF!
It was a brilliant way to bring in the birthday week
THE LONDON BRIDGE!
Shannon & I :D
It was a brilliant way to bring in the birthday week
Shannon & I :D
February 25, 2011
lately...
Ive been recovering from my pharyngitis. It's Friday and I am taking a random trip this weekend to see BIG BEN! I cant wait to go to London- I over packed for Spain thinking that the weather would be warmer- I was naive to think Barcelona does not have cold weather lol
The 21st birthday on Wednesday and I am so ready to celebrate. I am definitely going all out- even if I have to do it all by myself.
This study abroad is testing my patience literally. The American Girls are lovely but THERE'S A BUT. I have a strong personality and I am clashing A LOT with a girl. It's a mutually dislike for each other I think but I just don't have everything sorted out. I am not sure if I want to step away from her because we do not get along or should I continue to be CORDIAL- because I will grow as a person from it DILEMMAS DILEMMAS.
OH BY THE WAY- i think i may have found the guy of my dreams it sounds cliche but he is absolutely perfect or maybe it's I get better along with guys and he's the first guy I've hit it off with- well either way I enjoy the company
I've decided to buy a flip- March 9th when my moo-lah comes in this project will officially be getting started. My friend Nirvana who is from London wants to take me to the school in which she attended which sparked her interest in wanting to become an interpreter. :)
-ciao for now I will post some pics soon.
The 21st birthday on Wednesday and I am so ready to celebrate. I am definitely going all out- even if I have to do it all by myself.
This study abroad is testing my patience literally. The American Girls are lovely but THERE'S A BUT. I have a strong personality and I am clashing A LOT with a girl. It's a mutually dislike for each other I think but I just don't have everything sorted out. I am not sure if I want to step away from her because we do not get along or should I continue to be CORDIAL- because I will grow as a person from it DILEMMAS DILEMMAS.
OH BY THE WAY- i think i may have found the guy of my dreams it sounds cliche but he is absolutely perfect or maybe it's I get better along with guys and he's the first guy I've hit it off with- well either way I enjoy the company
I've decided to buy a flip- March 9th when my moo-lah comes in this project will officially be getting started. My friend Nirvana who is from London wants to take me to the school in which she attended which sparked her interest in wanting to become an interpreter. :)
-ciao for now I will post some pics soon.
February 22, 2011
FORGET YOU CEE-LO GREEN
I'm sure you all have heard the song
well someone thought of me when they saw this video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv3tadz5Q3o
then I looked it up in British sign language
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gb34-v-E60Y
IT'S DIFFERENT!
well someone thought of me when they saw this video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv3tadz5Q3o
then I looked it up in British sign language
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gb34-v-E60Y
IT'S DIFFERENT!
what's the difference between american and british sign language
that's a question that i was asked today
- KEEP them coming-
THE FIRST THING I THOUGHT WAS- what is the same?!
only a couple of signs are the same such as ALIKE and different.
I'm sure there is more but I cant think off the top of my head
- American Sign Language is signed with your dominant hand where as British Sign Language uses 2
now back to my paper- I have pharyngitis LUCKY ME-
I've been eating my fruits and veggies!!!!
- KEEP them coming-
THE FIRST THING I THOUGHT WAS- what is the same?!
only a couple of signs are the same such as ALIKE and different.
I'm sure there is more but I cant think off the top of my head
- American Sign Language is signed with your dominant hand where as British Sign Language uses 2
now back to my paper- I have pharyngitis LUCKY ME-
I've been eating my fruits and veggies!!!!
February 19, 2011
last night in SPAIN
Booked a trip to Spain with the girlies and im in love but realizing im losing the importance of my priorities. Yes, while all the way over here it is cool to travel- but I did come here for school. Some people are here just to travel and are taking classes that are irrelevant but UMMMM Im not one of those people. I am trying to graduate ON TIME AND also have fun while in England.
Barcelona is so cool but I lost my voice- last week I mentioned it being sore and last night I completely lost it after hookah NOT A GOOD IDEA. But in my defense I was losing it before I even participated in the activity.
When I arrive I will be hitting the books hard. I have 2 papers due next week on the day before my bday and I also have a presentation due March 11th.
I'm going to cave in and buy a video camera and I thought I would be finish my project when I get home but I will be working diligently on my project while I am here.
Second week of March I will begin to film- I will start with introducing myself and my project and then asking random questions to people and video taping the encounter.
Ive enjoyed quite a lovely vacation but playtime is OVER
Barcelona is so cool but I lost my voice- last week I mentioned it being sore and last night I completely lost it after hookah NOT A GOOD IDEA. But in my defense I was losing it before I even participated in the activity.
When I arrive I will be hitting the books hard. I have 2 papers due next week on the day before my bday and I also have a presentation due March 11th.
I'm going to cave in and buy a video camera and I thought I would be finish my project when I get home but I will be working diligently on my project while I am here.
Second week of March I will begin to film- I will start with introducing myself and my project and then asking random questions to people and video taping the encounter.
Ive enjoyed quite a lovely vacation but playtime is OVER
February 14, 2011
HAPPY V- DAY someone please call 911
Today I woke up S I C K. I have a sore throat- it sucks
Went into town to complete my outfit and I ended up not going out because I was cranky and didn't want to ruin any one's valentine day.
A couple of student came to my flat and we cooked. We cooked sausages, had mixed veggies, garlic bread, and mushrooms.
SOMEONE PLEASE CALL 911- our grill was faulty and I saw a spark during the sausages but It was only one but the Mushrooms actually caught on fire- AHHHHH
We panicked and I grabbed the fire extinguisher but I was so anxious to use it I did PULL THE PIN-
we finally got it together lol.
We should be getting a new cooker tomorrow- hopefully because ours is completely soaked with the fluid from the extinguisher :/
Edinburgh
It was beautiful. Never seen anything like it in my life. We left at 730 and got there in the afternoon. We ONLY STAYED FOR 4 HOURS SO OUR TIME WAS RUSHED. Not sure if we will be going on any more trips with the school because for about 2 pounds more we could have taken the train and got there in 2 hours and came back whenever we were ready.
and I have pics of the castle as well :D
and I have pics of the castle as well :Dtomorrow will be a productive day. I will be reading and I am halfway finished with my counselling book and it would be great if I could absolutely finish it. I have other readings as well :/
OH and can you notice the weather IT SUCKS. I just want one RAY OF SUNSHINE. This is absolutely the reason why my background of my blog are raindrops
February 13, 2011
excited
Tomorrow im going to Scotland- the coach leaves at 730 and of course im up at 250. I really need to sleep but I will on the bus.
This morning I had an English bfast- at first I was not keen on the idea of eating baked beans in the morning- I usually only eat them on hot dogs
It was delicious then my friend and I went into town and bought some Vday gifts - we will be playing White Elephant a gift game which is really really cute I think.
Today I made an attempt to be productive I've been reading on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy since I have a paper due on March 1st. Another paper and presentation due March 11 and another paper due very soon my teacher is slacking and we are aware of the assignment but he didn't post it because he didn't want students to work on it early and know he happens to be pushing my buttons because I cant prioritize if my assignments not posted- My fingers are crossed on the fact that he should extend the date. I'm not good with working last minute so I am working hard to avoid any pressure of major assignments being due.
Today I did some reading and this may have sadly been my most productive day since I have been here. I have been on vacation way too long but I changed that today lol
Hopefully I can finish this book by Monday- It might be Tuesday but I'm really going for Monday because on Wednesday I will be in Barcelona until Sunday and highly doubt that I will be doing any hw.....maybe I can squeeze in time to write a outline- but I highly doubt it.
Deaf Awareness
I will be asking random students questions and videotaping it but I don't have any questions- HELP!
This morning I had an English bfast- at first I was not keen on the idea of eating baked beans in the morning- I usually only eat them on hot dogs
It was delicious then my friend and I went into town and bought some Vday gifts - we will be playing White Elephant a gift game which is really really cute I think.
Today I made an attempt to be productive I've been reading on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy since I have a paper due on March 1st. Another paper and presentation due March 11 and another paper due very soon my teacher is slacking and we are aware of the assignment but he didn't post it because he didn't want students to work on it early and know he happens to be pushing my buttons because I cant prioritize if my assignments not posted- My fingers are crossed on the fact that he should extend the date. I'm not good with working last minute so I am working hard to avoid any pressure of major assignments being due.
Today I did some reading and this may have sadly been my most productive day since I have been here. I have been on vacation way too long but I changed that today lol
Hopefully I can finish this book by Monday- It might be Tuesday but I'm really going for Monday because on Wednesday I will be in Barcelona until Sunday and highly doubt that I will be doing any hw.....maybe I can squeeze in time to write a outline- but I highly doubt it.
Deaf Awareness
I will be asking random students questions and videotaping it but I don't have any questions- HELP!
February 12, 2011
LATE NIGHTS EARLY MORNING
Havent been sleepy like a regular person but I did find out that I do have papers that I didnt know were due in a couple of weeks. I have time to do them but I am kinda freaking out. I have been on VACATION WAY TOO LONG.
well guys it's 420 and I will get straight to the point.
Just getting back in from Sparkle heart and it was great. My feet hurt from my heels but that was definitely expected.
There were a lot of people there and I did have a little deja vu- I remembered being there in a dream but I didnt know what it meant at that time. I felt like I was going to aggrevate my friend Nirvana by asking her to interpret everything--even though she prob wouldnt have mind. But I sucked it up- gained some confidence and met people. I went to the event with a group of 3 other girls and I definitely didnt stay in their shadow- I am so proud of myself.
I held conversations by myself and would ask someone to translate if I was really excited about what I was saying and was thinking so fast my hands couldnt process it lol
I had a magnificent time. We played all sorts of games- I won the raffle and didnt realize it because I didnt understand their numbers in sign language at first (GOOD TIMES).
I also had a conversation with a friend (Latoya). She is so lovely and from London. She explained to me her childhood experience Im not gonna say she told me everything but she did share with me interesting stuff I will be putting into my DEAF AWARENESS PROJECT.
ummmm brief description
when she was first born her mother didn't know why her child ALWAYS CRIED. A newborn baby crying (that's not unheard of) but she was definitely crying and not because she was hungry. After 2 weeks her mother was full of frustration and took her to her sister's house- Latoya's aunt.
Latoya's aunt one day realized that she cried when the lights were off. And also when you made loud sounds she wouldn't flinch such as babies do when they are frightened. She was taken to the doctor and low and behold she was Deaf.
The reason that I shared this brief story was I thought it was so cool that- her vision was her everything. Individuals that are Deaf use their vision significantly (more than you realize) when they have hearing impairments.
Her story was soooo cool and I want to share her story in my project but I definitely would like my subscriber's ideas- questions- and comments.
well guys it's 420 and I will get straight to the point.
Just getting back in from Sparkle heart and it was great. My feet hurt from my heels but that was definitely expected.
There were a lot of people there and I did have a little deja vu- I remembered being there in a dream but I didnt know what it meant at that time. I felt like I was going to aggrevate my friend Nirvana by asking her to interpret everything--even though she prob wouldnt have mind. But I sucked it up- gained some confidence and met people. I went to the event with a group of 3 other girls and I definitely didnt stay in their shadow- I am so proud of myself.
I held conversations by myself and would ask someone to translate if I was really excited about what I was saying and was thinking so fast my hands couldnt process it lol
I had a magnificent time. We played all sorts of games- I won the raffle and didnt realize it because I didnt understand their numbers in sign language at first (GOOD TIMES).
I also had a conversation with a friend (Latoya). She is so lovely and from London. She explained to me her childhood experience Im not gonna say she told me everything but she did share with me interesting stuff I will be putting into my DEAF AWARENESS PROJECT.
ummmm brief description
when she was first born her mother didn't know why her child ALWAYS CRIED. A newborn baby crying (that's not unheard of) but she was definitely crying and not because she was hungry. After 2 weeks her mother was full of frustration and took her to her sister's house- Latoya's aunt.
Latoya's aunt one day realized that she cried when the lights were off. And also when you made loud sounds she wouldn't flinch such as babies do when they are frightened. She was taken to the doctor and low and behold she was Deaf.
The reason that I shared this brief story was I thought it was so cool that- her vision was her everything. Individuals that are Deaf use their vision significantly (more than you realize) when they have hearing impairments.
Her story was soooo cool and I want to share her story in my project but I definitely would like my subscriber's ideas- questions- and comments.
February 09, 2011
the past week
I got invited to a Sign Language Class- I learned a lot so it was definitely cool :D
The teacher gave me points on how I can pick up on the sign language quicker STOP FOCUSING ON THE HANDS AND WATCH FACIAL EXPRESSIONS. I heard it before but I didn't need to apply it UNTIL NOW.
The professor Allen was showing a "film"- where a man was explaining HIS HOLIDAY FROM HELL and the students were watching and had to decipher to improve their perception of the language. A lot of people are able to sign but when being signed to struggle (such as now- after I introduce myself and say my name I am completely lost lol)
My teacher read a poem that I haven't heard since my senior year of high school and I decided to put it in my poem it's titled You Have To Be Deaf To Understand. I'm trying to get creative and I think I will place this at the end of my film/project and sign it (while I sign It I cant talk or that will be Signed Exact English (SEE) and I want to sign it in American Sign Language ASL (my mother is going to have to help me) And I will voice over it for the hearing viewers. I am so excited I ABSOLUTELY MUST START POSTING EVERYDAY. I tend to forget what's been going on but I will definitely try my best. I've been shopping for my event on Friday called Sparkle Heart. There should be Deaf people from all over North England and even London. :) I AM SO EXCITED- although I won't be able to understand a thing.
Schooling here is soo different. Classes are for 2 hours as you have heard me babble yet I see so many flaws in this education system. I am not sure if all uni's (university) are this way in England but It's horrible.
The teacher lectures for 2 hours and some classes are discussion which I love. But yeah 2 HOURS and then you are on your own for studying. That takes lots of discipline- which a lot of students don't have. This is a very big party school and there isn't a day that the British don't have a GOOD TIME.
The teacher's give you a list of the readers which is a list of books and don't specify what they want you to read. The list of books go on and on.
The discrepancy that I have is what chapter are you going to go over- there is no way I am going to read 5 whole books and you aren't going to teach all of it. I would like for you to specify what it is which reading is in accordance to what we went over in class. I have always been under the impression that anyone could be book smart and still not know a __________ thing.
Also- I have been talking to students who are just getting their results from last semester and have been absolutely bummed (I have to watch when I say bummed here- in Britain it means a totally different thing) :/ They read and read and had to write 3 essays and when they got their results they failed horribly- even though they thought they understood what was going on in the class.
In America I am used to my teacher giving us interaction- DISCUSSION- So I can engage my mind and get others views because I have a teacher who is extremely biased and I cant decipher if I should form my own rebuttals against what he is saying or is he teaching me.
HERE AFTER THE FIRST 45 MINUTES- a lot of stuff just goes over my head and I'm downing HIGHLY CARBONATED COKE TO STAY AWAKE.
But anyway after you have taken the course you get your results in AFTER A LONG TIME and then the teacher grades whether or not you have understood what was taught. I never thought I would be saying this but I would much rather get tested every 2 weeks. That way I know if I am understanding or I need to study harder. I will know where I stand!
Oh and my mother sent me goodies- cost a fortune but it may be due to packing it incorrectly :/ but I got my food so I am still happy. Now I'm just craving those darn Girl Scout Cookies.
Oh and I hope everyone had a GREAT SUPERBOWL. This Canadian name Natalie- Loves American Football and we had a little Superbowl party in her flat(room). As we shopped for groceries we entered local pubs to see if they would be showing the game and no one was. Even one Irish Pub that advertised that they show ESPN on the window- So I don't know what the point of that was lol. We ended up getting private room in the library and watching it on the BIG FLAT SCREEN.
Please Please Please comment if you stop by-
Have ideas for my project-
Want me to find out anything for you-
I would love to hear anything you have to say-
The teacher gave me points on how I can pick up on the sign language quicker STOP FOCUSING ON THE HANDS AND WATCH FACIAL EXPRESSIONS. I heard it before but I didn't need to apply it UNTIL NOW.
The professor Allen was showing a "film"- where a man was explaining HIS HOLIDAY FROM HELL and the students were watching and had to decipher to improve their perception of the language. A lot of people are able to sign but when being signed to struggle (such as now- after I introduce myself and say my name I am completely lost lol)
Oh the teacher is an advocate and promotes Deaf Awareness- I'll definitely be by his side- Although he doesn't know it yet lol
My teacher read a poem that I haven't heard since my senior year of high school and I decided to put it in my poem it's titled You Have To Be Deaf To Understand. I'm trying to get creative and I think I will place this at the end of my film/project and sign it (while I sign It I cant talk or that will be Signed Exact English (SEE) and I want to sign it in American Sign Language ASL (my mother is going to have to help me) And I will voice over it for the hearing viewers. I am so excited I ABSOLUTELY MUST START POSTING EVERYDAY. I tend to forget what's been going on but I will definitely try my best. I've been shopping for my event on Friday called Sparkle Heart. There should be Deaf people from all over North England and even London. :) I AM SO EXCITED- although I won't be able to understand a thing.
Schooling here is soo different. Classes are for 2 hours as you have heard me babble yet I see so many flaws in this education system. I am not sure if all uni's (university) are this way in England but It's horrible.
The teacher lectures for 2 hours and some classes are discussion which I love. But yeah 2 HOURS and then you are on your own for studying. That takes lots of discipline- which a lot of students don't have. This is a very big party school and there isn't a day that the British don't have a GOOD TIME.
The teacher's give you a list of the readers which is a list of books and don't specify what they want you to read. The list of books go on and on.
The discrepancy that I have is what chapter are you going to go over- there is no way I am going to read 5 whole books and you aren't going to teach all of it. I would like for you to specify what it is which reading is in accordance to what we went over in class. I have always been under the impression that anyone could be book smart and still not know a __________ thing.
Also- I have been talking to students who are just getting their results from last semester and have been absolutely bummed (I have to watch when I say bummed here- in Britain it means a totally different thing) :/ They read and read and had to write 3 essays and when they got their results they failed horribly- even though they thought they understood what was going on in the class.
In America I am used to my teacher giving us interaction- DISCUSSION- So I can engage my mind and get others views because I have a teacher who is extremely biased and I cant decipher if I should form my own rebuttals against what he is saying or is he teaching me.
HERE AFTER THE FIRST 45 MINUTES- a lot of stuff just goes over my head and I'm downing HIGHLY CARBONATED COKE TO STAY AWAKE.
But anyway after you have taken the course you get your results in AFTER A LONG TIME and then the teacher grades whether or not you have understood what was taught. I never thought I would be saying this but I would much rather get tested every 2 weeks. That way I know if I am understanding or I need to study harder. I will know where I stand!
Oh and my mother sent me goodies- cost a fortune but it may be due to packing it incorrectly :/ but I got my food so I am still happy. Now I'm just craving those darn Girl Scout Cookies.
Oh and I hope everyone had a GREAT SUPERBOWL. This Canadian name Natalie- Loves American Football and we had a little Superbowl party in her flat(room). As we shopped for groceries we entered local pubs to see if they would be showing the game and no one was. Even one Irish Pub that advertised that they show ESPN on the window- So I don't know what the point of that was lol. We ended up getting private room in the library and watching it on the BIG FLAT SCREEN.
Please Please Please comment if you stop by-
Have ideas for my project-
Want me to find out anything for you-
I would love to hear anything you have to say-
February 01, 2011
monday
today was extremely long- went to bed fairly early at 1230 am and woke up at 750 and i thought i slept in FML- my body is like clockwork with this getting up stuff too bad i am getting up to NOTHING. I let my course tutor look over my paper and he said it was FINE. ummm does that mean Im getting an A on my paper- b/c I heard he marks quite harsh- idk.
Well tomorrow I have class 2 of them and Im dreading it. I know I'm here for school but I will never adjust to the whole sitting for 2 hours at a time- babbling when my attention span is very short.
I went to the Media factory today to see if they lend out video cameras to students- my uni back at home does in the library- well it was worth a shot but my reply was NO. I'll figure something out for this final project on Deaf Awareness- goodnight
Well tomorrow I have class 2 of them and Im dreading it. I know I'm here for school but I will never adjust to the whole sitting for 2 hours at a time- babbling when my attention span is very short.
I went to the Media factory today to see if they lend out video cameras to students- my uni back at home does in the library- well it was worth a shot but my reply was NO. I'll figure something out for this final project on Deaf Awareness- goodnight
January 30, 2011
HOMEWORK
Today I am working on my paper that is due Tuesday. It's for my Deaf Community and Culture Course.
We were split up into 4 groups and had to read different articles.
I had to read Outsiders in a Hearing World- by Paul Higgins written in 1980
SOOO I DEFINITELY DIDNT like his OPINION! or maybe it was the way his choice of word rather -but anywho I will be debating that and I have to do it in less than 450 words. KINDA HARD WHEN i disagree with a lot!
THE TEXT STATED :
We were split up into 4 groups and had to read different articles.
I had to read Outsiders in a Hearing World- by Paul Higgins written in 1980
SOOO I DEFINITELY DIDNT like his OPINION! or maybe it was the way his choice of word rather -but anywho I will be debating that and I have to do it in less than 450 words. KINDA HARD WHEN i disagree with a lot!
THE TEXT STATED :
“some hearing individuals are courtesy members of deaf communities. They may be educators, counselors, interpreters, or friends of the deaf. Often they have deafness in their families: deaf parents, siblings, children, or even spouses. Yet their membership is just that, a courtesy, which recognizes the fundamental fact that no matter how empathic they are, no matter that there is deafness in their families, they are not deaf and can never “really” know what it means to be deaf.
I want to present a strong argument on how I do understand the concept and I DO grasp what the writer is saying but I do not fully agree-
Being a CODA is a part of my identity. Now that I am 20 years old and at an age where I am becoming myself and aware of who I am as a person I have come to the conclusion that I have Deaf culture embedded into me. For example I have different views than a person who only has one Deaf parent- whereas I have two. At a young age I had to grow up and carry out tasks for my parents- didn’t realize it then but I realize it now that it has shaped who I am as a person. Individuals that are Deaf tend to be information seekers- this may be perceived as nosey ( but since they are Deaf- knowledge in a sense has been enclosed- so they (Deaf people) share what they know. I myself am not Deaf- but I definitely possess that attribute.
I have 2 instructors in the course- and in one of my instructors lesson their slides proclaimed that 5 percent of indiviuals are born into a Deaf community with Deaf parents. I am using that as one of my points in my paper and I JUST REALLY NEED TO GET STARTED!
I have 2 instructors in the course- and in one of my instructors lesson their slides proclaimed that 5 percent of indiviuals are born into a Deaf community with Deaf parents. I am using that as one of my points in my paper and I JUST REALLY NEED TO GET STARTED!
A quote from the book is “activities provide the BODY of the community, identification and shared experiences provide the SOUL”
My upbringing included more than just socially interacting with the Deaf Community- so hopefully I can gather my thoughts and present a STRONG PAPER- I hear my professor marks QUITE HARSH.
out and about in the town
woke up to a text message and then we went for china buffet at 2.
WE ALL ATE TILL WE WERE STUFFED - didnt want to smell food and couldnt even look at if as we browsed the shops in the city centre lol
Shopped.
Then went bowling today then went to the local bar on campus- today was a marvelous day :)
TOMORROW HITTIN THE BOOKS
WE ALL ATE TILL WE WERE STUFFED - didnt want to smell food and couldnt even look at if as we browsed the shops in the city centre lol
Shopped.
Then went bowling today then went to the local bar on campus- today was a marvelous day :)
TOMORROW HITTIN THE BOOKSJanuary 28, 2011
dreadful beginning
Got up for class at 8...and I didn’t want to move-played some music and my getting dressed wasn’t too bad. Went to class and he read from a power point for 2 hours. I could have done this myself in my pajamas. SMH I can’t get the hang of this... I don’t know if American's have a form of ADD but I just couldn’t do it. We had a break for 10 mins and I wanted to leave. Well during the break- this one lady in class asked me if I had went out last night..due to me being tired. I told her about the Guild so it's not like I went out for casual drinks and put myself in this predicament of being extremely tired.
After other's joined the convo and asked how was I adjusting? I told them that the food is very different and just seems to not have taste to me- they suggested trying Indian cuisine ( I'll give it a try- but it may be TOO MANY SPICES LOL)
After class as me and this guy (Michael) was walking out- he asked me what part of America I was from- he lived there for a while. He was really cool and he wants me to cook for him because he misses food from down south lol. It's so easy to make friends here I absolutely love it. We had a great convo and he even corrected my slang---I told him that I was bummed last night and UMMM APPARENTLY I cant use bummed because here it means something with your B U M. OOPS -LOL
OHHH for Valentine’s Day or the weekend before rather I got invited to SPARKLE HEART. I joined the UCLAN/ Deaf BSL SOCIETY :) they are hosting an event and I can’t wait to show you guys pics (I'll prob do a slideshow or something)- I have to wear something sparkly and I HAVE SOMETHING IN MIND
I am about to print of my ideas for my paper and take them to my teacher as I hear- he marks quite harshly. But in the meantime I have been thinking about my Gilman Follow up project. I need a couple of questions to ask random people.
After other's joined the convo and asked how was I adjusting? I told them that the food is very different and just seems to not have taste to me- they suggested trying Indian cuisine ( I'll give it a try- but it may be TOO MANY SPICES LOL)
After class as me and this guy (Michael) was walking out- he asked me what part of America I was from- he lived there for a while. He was really cool and he wants me to cook for him because he misses food from down south lol. It's so easy to make friends here I absolutely love it. We had a great convo and he even corrected my slang---I told him that I was bummed last night and UMMM APPARENTLY I cant use bummed because here it means something with your B U M. OOPS -LOL
OHHH for Valentine’s Day or the weekend before rather I got invited to SPARKLE HEART. I joined the UCLAN/ Deaf BSL SOCIETY :) they are hosting an event and I can’t wait to show you guys pics (I'll prob do a slideshow or something)- I have to wear something sparkly and I HAVE SOMETHING IN MIND
I am about to print of my ideas for my paper and take them to my teacher as I hear- he marks quite harshly. But in the meantime I have been thinking about my Gilman Follow up project. I need a couple of questions to ask random people.
I was thinking along the lines of what languages do you speak? Have you ever seen anyone communicate with their hands? Have you ever learned about picking up sign language? Do you know anyone that has a hearing impairment? I'm not sure as of yet but I have ran across lots of interesting things that I can put it in. Wednesday I will be going to a Sign Language Class and the teacher is big on DEAF AWARENESS. He gave me some information and I hope that I can work with him closely for the couple of months that I am here (fingers crossed)
2ND week at the Guild
It's going on 1 am and I have a 9 am class. I was about to cry with frustration because I got an overwhelming feeling today- it's quite silly but I just couldnt help it. It is hard for sign language to be my first language and come to Britain in a pub full of Deaf people and I can barely spell my name without screwing it up. Everyone is so friendly- but I am not that pateint with myself.
We stayed until the lights got turned off and we got kicked out so DEAF CULTURE IS THE SAME WHEREVER YOU GO LOL.
I met this boy name Paul- Deaf- and into politics. It's not my forte but I can hold a intellectual convo if need be. Well we dabbled into that and then we discussed the school systems. He shared with me that the Bachelors that your recieve in the UK is vauled more than the one in America. I asked was that an opinion or a fact then shared w/ him the differnce in systems that I have observed.
1. 40 percent is passing in the UK... lol US thats not gonna F L Y
2. Class is 2 hours once a week- some are 4 for example HUMAN ANATOMY....my university class is 3x a week for 50 mins OR 2x a week for 1h15m
3. The lecturers talk about NOTHING- I could have read my powerpoints in my room
3. There arent bi- weekly tests like most of my courses back home. my grade is composed of 3 writing assignments here
after i gave him the rundown- he took that statement back quickly- difference of opinions but i also shared that it depends on which university you are attending and which program within that school and the professor OF COURSE
i have class at 9 and its 125 ill update this tomorrow for sure...im trying to get better!
We stayed until the lights got turned off and we got kicked out so DEAF CULTURE IS THE SAME WHEREVER YOU GO LOL.
I met this boy name Paul- Deaf- and into politics. It's not my forte but I can hold a intellectual convo if need be. Well we dabbled into that and then we discussed the school systems. He shared with me that the Bachelors that your recieve in the UK is vauled more than the one in America. I asked was that an opinion or a fact then shared w/ him the differnce in systems that I have observed.
1. 40 percent is passing in the UK... lol US thats not gonna F L Y
2. Class is 2 hours once a week- some are 4 for example HUMAN ANATOMY....my university class is 3x a week for 50 mins OR 2x a week for 1h15m
3. The lecturers talk about NOTHING- I could have read my powerpoints in my room
3. There arent bi- weekly tests like most of my courses back home. my grade is composed of 3 writing assignments here
after i gave him the rundown- he took that statement back quickly- difference of opinions but i also shared that it depends on which university you are attending and which program within that school and the professor OF COURSE
i have class at 9 and its 125 ill update this tomorrow for sure...im trying to get better!
January 25, 2011
Things have been hectic- when I am busy- I'm busy and when I have down time- I DONT WANT TO DO ANYTHING
well on Thursday the Deaf community meets at a local pub- THE GUILD. Before going I actually learned only how to spell my name- so when they signed back I was S C R E W E D. I ended up having to write in order to communicate with the students but they were so "lovely"- they use that term a lot here and I love it!
At first I was interacting with Deaf Students and it was awkward to be fluent in American Sign Language but not in British Sign Language. By the end of the night I learned nearly my whole alphabet. The girls & guys were so friendly and I actually got invited to hang out with them again on Saturday- it was exciting! But at the pub- where we just drank a few beers and socialized I was overwhelmed at first learning all the new signs and observing other's conversations and not recognizing ANYTHING. I got introduced to this man whose name is Sam, he knows 8 sign languages- he picked up a lot of them as a kid I was so fascinated. Although, he knew ASL he made me speak to him in BSL to get me out my comfort zone and practicing- I guess I appreciated it lol.
This study abroad experience is the best opportunity any student could ever ask for! The girls I have met are actually in my class and Amy is a ChildOfDeafAdult (CODA)- like me (she had Deaf parents) :)
I feel like I can totally relate to these girls- they are interested in the same things as me- and we just totally have bonded.
well on Thursday the Deaf community meets at a local pub- THE GUILD. Before going I actually learned only how to spell my name- so when they signed back I was S C R E W E D. I ended up having to write in order to communicate with the students but they were so "lovely"- they use that term a lot here and I love it!
At first I was interacting with Deaf Students and it was awkward to be fluent in American Sign Language but not in British Sign Language. By the end of the night I learned nearly my whole alphabet. The girls & guys were so friendly and I actually got invited to hang out with them again on Saturday- it was exciting! But at the pub- where we just drank a few beers and socialized I was overwhelmed at first learning all the new signs and observing other's conversations and not recognizing ANYTHING. I got introduced to this man whose name is Sam, he knows 8 sign languages- he picked up a lot of them as a kid I was so fascinated. Although, he knew ASL he made me speak to him in BSL to get me out my comfort zone and practicing- I guess I appreciated it lol.
This study abroad experience is the best opportunity any student could ever ask for! The girls I have met are actually in my class and Amy is a ChildOfDeafAdult (CODA)- like me (she had Deaf parents) :)
I feel like I can totally relate to these girls- they are interested in the same things as me- and we just totally have bonded.
With the other American girls- We went to Liverpool this weekend (it's where Marsha Ambrosius- a singer) is from. We went into this 4 floor museum and it was so cool. Each floor had a different theme and one theme was about the Titanic and other forgotten ships that experienced tragedies and another was an International Slavery Museum. In a completely different building was the Beatles Museum- you couldn’t have paid me to go in there & one of them was actually free lol. I did end up on MATTHEWS STREET(where the Beatles performed)- so I took pics.
FUNNY STORY- I made a scene in McDonald's (unintentionally)
I ate burger king and met my friend in McDonald's- it was completely packed so we had to sit at a dirty table where coffee was spilled and make the best of it. SOOO the cleaning crew came and "cleaned up" the other half of the table and took my friend's fries I guess not paying attention- Shannon looked at me after she reached for her fries and they were TOTALLY MISSING. So i got the cleaning ladies attention and told her that they must of mistaken the trash and she kind of exploded at me- SHE INSISTED THAT SHE DID NOT THROW THEM AWAY- so I replied OH CASPER THE FRIENDLY GHOST JUST GOT HUNGRY AND TOOK THEM! We had our little spat and the other British people just watched in amazement lol. It was actually hilarious- afterwards the lady caught me glaring at her and huffed! So I mimicked that for the rest of night- she huffed so hard her mustache actually fluttered a little lol.
FUNNY STORY- I made a scene in McDonald's (unintentionally)
I ate burger king and met my friend in McDonald's- it was completely packed so we had to sit at a dirty table where coffee was spilled and make the best of it. SOOO the cleaning crew came and "cleaned up" the other half of the table and took my friend's fries I guess not paying attention- Shannon looked at me after she reached for her fries and they were TOTALLY MISSING. So i got the cleaning ladies attention and told her that they must of mistaken the trash and she kind of exploded at me- SHE INSISTED THAT SHE DID NOT THROW THEM AWAY- so I replied OH CASPER THE FRIENDLY GHOST JUST GOT HUNGRY AND TOOK THEM! We had our little spat and the other British people just watched in amazement lol. It was actually hilarious- afterwards the lady caught me glaring at her and huffed! So I mimicked that for the rest of night- she huffed so hard her mustache actually fluttered a little lol.
ASSIGNMENT
I am informally learing British Sign Language. It is so hard to actually motivate myself because just watching it is so discouraging. I look for words that are familiar (there arent that many- and some of them mean something TOTALLY DIFFERENT). In my Deaf Community & Culture course- there are 2 Deaf students AND I cant even talk to them. :( IT REALLY BITES & I cant even describe how that makes me feel.
I am learning the hello, phrase my name is....in British sign language and it reminds me a lot of Hello, where you- In American Sign Language. SO I DEFINITELY WILL BE CONFUSING MYSELF. I have about 4 hours to just chill and go over some stuff & this is extremely overwhelming.
I am learning the hello, phrase my name is....in British sign language and it reminds me a lot of Hello, where you- In American Sign Language. SO I DEFINITELY WILL BE CONFUSING MYSELF. I have about 4 hours to just chill and go over some stuff & this is extremely overwhelming.
January 18, 2011
NITE NITE
well before I go to sleep since I havent blogged today and its 417 am -
UGH my mind is like still in the US-
talked to a professor and signed into his class--think ima drop it and sign into the wed class.
My roomies convinced me that's like OVERKILL- and this is a vacation :)
Went to the doc this am...woke up early at like 7 something to take a shower and then called around 8 and wasnt sure if they were open cuz things here seem to open late and close early- idk how they get paid lol BUT she referred to my lesion on my arm as a wart- IDK what the hell is going on but ive never had a wart in my life. Im freaked out cuz i dont want it to spread and also IDK WHERE THE HELL I GOT IT FROM. she prescribed me hydrocortisone w/ sterorids SO THIS BETTER WORK.
Well on another note I went to THE ASSEMBLY- a club. Had a great time with the girls. Drunk a lil and they gave us free shots that tasted like cough medicine slightly- NO WONDER WHY IT WAS FREE.
at the bar we met some british lads who introduced themselves and asked why did we pick england and what did we like and dislike. I told them that It was weird seeing hot dogs in cans & he replied IN AMERICA THEY SERVE CHEESE N CANS. He had a point but then again we have more varities of everything as far as what I have seen for groceries unless im looking in the wrong places.
met this girl today in the store T mobile and supposed to be meeting her again tomorrow in the mall- if my plans fall through I'll share why we met up again.- im heading to bed finally its 426 and i have a long day sorta- 2 classes dropping 1 and adding another :/
UGH my mind is like still in the US-
talked to a professor and signed into his class--think ima drop it and sign into the wed class.
My roomies convinced me that's like OVERKILL- and this is a vacation :)
Went to the doc this am...woke up early at like 7 something to take a shower and then called around 8 and wasnt sure if they were open cuz things here seem to open late and close early- idk how they get paid lol BUT she referred to my lesion on my arm as a wart- IDK what the hell is going on but ive never had a wart in my life. Im freaked out cuz i dont want it to spread and also IDK WHERE THE HELL I GOT IT FROM. she prescribed me hydrocortisone w/ sterorids SO THIS BETTER WORK.
Well on another note I went to THE ASSEMBLY- a club. Had a great time with the girls. Drunk a lil and they gave us free shots that tasted like cough medicine slightly- NO WONDER WHY IT WAS FREE.
at the bar we met some british lads who introduced themselves and asked why did we pick england and what did we like and dislike. I told them that It was weird seeing hot dogs in cans & he replied IN AMERICA THEY SERVE CHEESE N CANS. He had a point but then again we have more varities of everything as far as what I have seen for groceries unless im looking in the wrong places.
met this girl today in the store T mobile and supposed to be meeting her again tomorrow in the mall- if my plans fall through I'll share why we met up again.- im heading to bed finally its 426 and i have a long day sorta- 2 classes dropping 1 and adding another :/
January 17, 2011
things ive forgot
OKAY TALKED TO MY BESTIE AND AFTER TELLING HER WHATS BEEN GOING ON- IVE REALIZED IVE NEGLECTED YOU GUYS ON A FEW THINGS
- I've been having trouble finding my hair products and when I finally did find some- I asked the women for ethnic hair care products AND SHE HANDED ME A PERM- for those who aren't aware I am natural- Which means I do not chemically alter my hair (& felt offeneded when she handed me the perm/relaxer) I percieved that she did feel that my hair was socially acceptable :(
- There are restrooms located on the paths/sidewalk that you have to pay for -
- I'm trying to change my schedule because I only have classes on Tuesday (from 1-7)
- The hotdogs here are mainly in cans OR jars WHAT THE HECK!!!! EW
- I am currently taking multi-vitamins because I am not eating properly- the food here is disgusting in my opinion.
- Oh AND I have to head to the doctor by Wednesday- I think Im breaking out in a rash. My skin is sensitive and it's just my luck that I have something. :(
- OH AND IM DEFINITELY IN A PARTY TOWN- its very interesting because I often complain back at home I have nothing to do.
January 16, 2011
Barcelona!
just booked my flight with the girls SUPER EXCITED!!!!!!!!!
:) - study abroad is the best experience ever- you cant be abroad and not travel and it was only like 75 bucks for the flight!!!!!
:) - study abroad is the best experience ever- you cant be abroad and not travel and it was only like 75 bucks for the flight!!!!!
January 15, 2011
Follow up project
OKAY HERE'S A BASIC RUNDOWN OF WHY I'M IN ENGLAND.
My minor is Deaf Studies & both my parents can’t hear - so that is what sparked my interest
I am the recipient of the Gilman Scholarship :) and I soon will be receiving funds to make my own project sharing what I have learned with whoever I desire.
- My goal is to share with students to take advantage of the opportunities that colleges have to offer- you can also learn so much OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM.
- I am taking a Deaf Community & Culture course and have 2 Deaf Students in my class- so I observe the interpreters all day (BECAUSE IM FASCINATED THAT THE SIGN LANGUAGES ARE SO DIFFERENT)
- I WANT TO MAKE A PROJECT BUT I DONT KNOW WHERE TO START
- A friend told me to make a video that shows how we (HEARING) people order food in a restaurant & how Deaf people order food.
- I have the opportunity to learn British Sign Language informally because their course runs all year and I am only here for a semester.
- I have came to the conclusion that this project will be a Deaf Awareness Project but I really want my viewers help in deciding what I should include in it :)
a little too comfortable?!
Went pub hopping last night. It was cool some old creepy guy tried to hit on me and kissed me on the cheek- HIS BREATH SMELLED HORRIBLY- but the girls I was with thought it was absolutely funny! He kept trying to make creepy conversation but I definitely kept those sporadic convos S H O R T. He offered to buy me a drink and he was kind of sketch so I turned that offer down rather quickly.
The first week of classes UGH. I tried to sign up for a class titled disability studies and my advisor said she would give me credit for it- only to find out the class was offered last semester and not this one FML! SOOOO i will totally be taking a class just for an elective but Im not sure if I want it to be the one I am looking at. If it is- I only have class on Tuesday (what am I supposed to do with my life on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday) I just know I'm going to need to throw a couple of drinks back, after my nap on Tuesdays.
Upon approaching the dorm- a lot of ppl were gathered outside laughing around. I went over to see what was going on and a Drunk - Gullible guy was being convinced he would be so cool if he would jump off this bench as if he was superman- but ended up bellyflopping into a bush- HE'S GONNA HAVE UNEXPLAINABLE BRUISES WHEN HE SOBERS UP. ooohhh & I caught it on video lol
The first week of classes UGH. I tried to sign up for a class titled disability studies and my advisor said she would give me credit for it- only to find out the class was offered last semester and not this one FML! SOOOO i will totally be taking a class just for an elective but Im not sure if I want it to be the one I am looking at. If it is- I only have class on Tuesday (what am I supposed to do with my life on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday) I just know I'm going to need to throw a couple of drinks back, after my nap on Tuesdays.
Upon approaching the dorm- a lot of ppl were gathered outside laughing around. I went over to see what was going on and a Drunk - Gullible guy was being convinced he would be so cool if he would jump off this bench as if he was superman- but ended up bellyflopping into a bush- HE'S GONNA HAVE UNEXPLAINABLE BRUISES WHEN HE SOBERS UP. ooohhh & I caught it on video lol
January 12, 2011
1 day of classes
I woke up and thought it was 6 am.... At least that’s what my computer said. UMMMM IT WAS 5 when I went to the library to get my laptop set up with internet the man changed my settings. I didn’t realize this until I went to class a WHOLE HOUR EARLY then left because no one showed up! Then saw my flat mate and she told me that my time was OFF :(
Well I went browsing shops in town and saw an adapter for 99 pence & I paid about 10 pounds for mine. I shall be RETURNING IT!!!!
CLASS- I had Deaf Community & Culture and this class is going to be F U N. I miss my favorite professor back at home but this one will suffice. He is cool- and I actually have 2 Deaf students in the class. I was staring at the interpreter to try to catch any similarities in the signings &&&&& THEY ARE COMPLETELY DIFFERENT! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
I was told that the Deaf people in the community and the students (Deaf and Hearing) all hang out at the Guild's on Thursday nights. I will absolutely be joining and will update you guys all about it---& this will be interesting to add into my documentary for the Gilman Scholarship I am the recipeint of.
Well class is totally different from back at home- it's only once a week and my grade will compose of three grades. Which are all writing assignments---THIS WILL BE INTERESTING :)
Today I cooked for 6 people- and was kind of nervous- NOT THE BEST & CERTAINLY NOT THE WORST....I made good old fashion hamburgers! I wanted to season my meat with my usual but they definitely don’t have it there so LOTS OF ONIONS did the trick for flavor---YUM!
At dinner - it was 6 of us- we talked about EVERYTHING.
Even though America and Europe is a lot alike- it's very different! Instead of saying THANK YOU- it's CHEERS (I sound so corny saying it). They drive on the left of the road and not the right- it can get confusing when trying to cross the street. Everything - or just about- closes E A R L Y.... like around 530 :(
Instead of how may I help you, It is - You alright?
OHHHH & they call it toilets instead of restrooms lol
A friend went into a pub and asked where the restroom was and the reply she got was UMMMM U CAN REST RIGHT HERE LOL- that definitely made my night. Lunch is their biggest meals of the day so when we go for drinks at night- food isn’t cooked for us TOTAL BUMMER!
I STILL DONT HAVE INTERNET BUT THE LIBRARY IS 24 HOURS SO IM BLOGGING AND CATCHING UP WITH FAMILY THROUGH OVOO & SKYPE! (completely free :] )
Well I went browsing shops in town and saw an adapter for 99 pence & I paid about 10 pounds for mine. I shall be RETURNING IT!!!!
CLASS- I had Deaf Community & Culture and this class is going to be F U N. I miss my favorite professor back at home but this one will suffice. He is cool- and I actually have 2 Deaf students in the class. I was staring at the interpreter to try to catch any similarities in the signings &&&&& THEY ARE COMPLETELY DIFFERENT! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
I was told that the Deaf people in the community and the students (Deaf and Hearing) all hang out at the Guild's on Thursday nights. I will absolutely be joining and will update you guys all about it---& this will be interesting to add into my documentary for the Gilman Scholarship I am the recipeint of.
Well class is totally different from back at home- it's only once a week and my grade will compose of three grades. Which are all writing assignments---THIS WILL BE INTERESTING :)
Today I cooked for 6 people- and was kind of nervous- NOT THE BEST & CERTAINLY NOT THE WORST....I made good old fashion hamburgers! I wanted to season my meat with my usual but they definitely don’t have it there so LOTS OF ONIONS did the trick for flavor---YUM!
At dinner - it was 6 of us- we talked about EVERYTHING.
Even though America and Europe is a lot alike- it's very different! Instead of saying THANK YOU- it's CHEERS (I sound so corny saying it). They drive on the left of the road and not the right- it can get confusing when trying to cross the street. Everything - or just about- closes E A R L Y.... like around 530 :(
Instead of how may I help you, It is - You alright?
OHHHH & they call it toilets instead of restrooms lol
A friend went into a pub and asked where the restroom was and the reply she got was UMMMM U CAN REST RIGHT HERE LOL- that definitely made my night. Lunch is their biggest meals of the day so when we go for drinks at night- food isn’t cooked for us TOTAL BUMMER!
I STILL DONT HAVE INTERNET BUT THE LIBRARY IS 24 HOURS SO IM BLOGGING AND CATCHING UP WITH FAMILY THROUGH OVOO & SKYPE! (completely free :] )
January 10, 2011
let's RECAP the past few days :)
ARRIVE AT THE AIRPORT & I JUST KNEW MY MOTHER WAS GOING TO CRY- lol I did, she might've when she got in the car( I got a text saying- I WANT YOU TO COME BACK)
Flew from charlotte to NY to Paris to Manchester THEN got lost taking the train to Preston- and my bags arrived two days after I did :(
At the airport I saw another student who looked just as lost as me- who had more bags than i did so i introduced myself and we found out we were headed to the same place.AT LEAST WE GOT LOST TOGEHTER
SOOO now I’m hungry! we were fed Lamb- I definitely was trying to stay on Mary's side and not make her mad!
GRRRRRRRRRRR- that’s what my stomach said in the middle of the night OR AM RATHER SINCE America is 6 hours behind PRESTON, LANCASHIRE!
Adjusting took some time but now i am A-OK. I seem to be the only student who is having trouble connecting to the internet but it's okay...its like 30 of us that are a tight knit group.
I’ve met people from Paris, Portugal, Netherlands, California, Missouri, Germany, and trust me THE LIST GOES ON & ON!
Had orientation thursday and friday- FRIDAY woke up SAW SNOW- and went back to sleep- Im 20 Im pretty sure I know the how to cross the street! We went shopping in Manchester which wasnt too far and the mall was GREAT!!!!!
IT WAS BONDING TIME FOR US AND GET YOUR ESSENTIALS WHILE THEY'RE HERE- HEHEMonday Jan 10th- the 1st day of classes- I didnt have any THANK GOODNESS
Classes are once a week and that is totally different from what Im used to but I'll definitely let you kno how that works out for me.
BY THE WAY THE WEATHER ISNT TOO PLEASANT!
Out on the town- in the mall- it had different thems I'll show ya later- Im definitely not computer savvy lol
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