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  1. Beckell

    Hello! new here, just introducing myself :)

    Hello again! I was sick with a flu yesterday. It's no fun being sick but I thank to the Lord that today is a better day. :-) That’s a good idea to save it in your calendar on your tablet. I do the same but I put both in my iphone and calendar booklet, an old fashion way! Let you know that my...
  2. Beckell

    Hello! new here, just introducing myself :)

    You are welcome! I’m glad to hear that you are doing better! :-) I see that you are from Flat Rock area. That is south of Detroit and by Lake Erie. FYI, I just got a message from MI Pastor today that there will be Christmas Eve worship on Dec. 24th at 11:30 a.m. in Flint (at St. Paul). Also...
  3. Beckell

    Hi everyone!

    Welcome to the alldeaf.com! Congrats on your two years wedding anniversary! You are not the only hearing person here! There are other hearing people who seek and communicate with us at alldeaf.com and in life too. I’m glad that you are reaching out to us here. It’s wonderful that your husband...
  4. Beckell

    Hello! new here, just introducing myself :)

    You are welcome Nix! I’m sorry to hear that you were having a rough day. Hope today is a better day for you. :) I’m not sure where do you live in MI but there’s another church that they have a deaf Bible study and that’s at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Hartland. I know a quite a few people...
  5. Beckell

    Hello! new here, just introducing myself :)

    Welcome Nix! Thank you for sharing with us your thoughts. That’s wonderful that you are trying to learn ASL! You are making an effort and want to learn more about the deaf culture and resources. Smile. There are many deaf events and places where you could meet and practice your signing. One...
  6. Beckell

    Has anyone ever struggled working in groups?

    Hello Unitron Queen! Thank you for sharing your struggles with us. You are not the only one! I do understand it! I am myself deaf but many people think that I’m hearing. I can speak so well. I’ve been through similar situations in college. Having an ASL interpreter was very helpful for me...
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    Hearing parents with deaf child

    Hello Heather! Welcome to all deaf! Thank you for sharing your concern with us. I hear you! You are not alone. I am myself deaf and have a 17 years old hearing son. I can understand your concern as you want your daughter to lead a normal life. Deaf people CAN do anything but they just cannot...
  8. Beckell

    My story

    Kara, it’s good to hear from you. That’s great you have a goal to become a CNA! I mean that’s if you do decide to pursue it. You can do it! I am myself a caregiver for the elderly people. I had some deaf clients. I took some CNA courses for a brief time. One of the things that I like about...
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    What should i know to be a great mostly-deaf father to a deaf or hearing baby?

    Thank you for sharing it with us! I can understand you! I am myself deaf and do have a hearing son. I can related this with you as I grew up in a hearing world. I’m glad that you are making an effort to be a good and understanding dad. My best advise is to NOT let your child do the work for...
  10. Beckell

    Hearing girl looking to make deaf friends

    Of course we can be friends, SkyAnge! :)
  11. Beckell

    Hearing girl looking to make deaf friends

    Awesome! Here is the link. http://www.ustream.tv/channel/jesusdeaf Just remember there is no voice on it but it’s all visual and a great way to practice your receptive skill. Smile. For other users on all deaf, you are welcome to view this link. It is open to the public. Let me know if you have...
  12. Beckell

    Hearing girl looking to make deaf friends

    Welcome to the all deaf! Thank you for sharing with us about yourself. I am deaf and am originally from WI. I’m the only deaf person in my family. ASL is a beautiful language to learn and communicate with other deaf people! The best way to learn more about ASL, deaf culture and meeting others...
  13. Beckell

    Deaf and adjusting to living on your own...

    Thank you for sharing it with us! I get it what you mean! It’s tough being on your own especially raising a young daughter. I can related it with you as I was a single mom for many years. It’s a challenge for you but it’s positive! It’s take courage and self-esteem to lead an independent life. I...
  14. Beckell

    My story

    That’s awesome Kara! I’m glad to hear that you have your deaf/hh classmate to support you. Having a support and encouragement are important. I’m curious what are you studying in college? How’s your family communication? I mean do you both communicate with signs or oralism? What’s your...
  15. Beckell

    I am hearing... i'll admit it.

    Hello Damian! Welcome to our deaf community! Thank you for being honest and open that you are willing to learn ASL and deaf culture. I am myself deaf since birth but I do have both hearing and deaf friends. Each deaf individual is unique and have their own preference of communication. Some...
  16. Beckell

    My story

    Hi Kara, it’s good to hear from you. I do understand how you feel. Just remember you are not the only one here. You are here for a purpose. You are NOT alone and I’m here to support and be willing to listen to you. Smile. Do you think having a hearing aid would help you? I see that you said...
  17. Beckell

    My story

    Hello Kara! I’m glad that you are sharing your hearing loss with us. You are not the only one here. I’ve been deaf since birth due to rubella that damaged my nerve in both of my ear. My right ear is good with about half of hearing. I do wear a hearing aid in my right ear and can speak well (many...
  18. Beckell

    If Deaf never had sign language, would you hearing still want to know us??

    Hello Korey Geer! Thank you for noticing about wanting our pastor to travel to your area. I have included a link for you to get more information about Jesus Sign Workshop. http://www.lutherandeafoutreach.org/jesus-signs-2017.html I am actually one of the volunteers that helps alongside our...
  19. Beckell

    Florida- germany girl

    Thank you for sharing it with us. I get it what you mean about growing up with a hearing family. Please understand that you are not alone. I too grew up in a hearing Christian family but it’s not easy. That’s great you are looking for new friends who is willing to help you with ASL. Have you...
  20. Beckell

    Is utah school for the deaf a good school?

    Thank you for sharing it with us. I know the feeling of struggle about what is best for your youngest son, James. I do have a friend whose son went to USDB but to be honest, it didn’t work out for his son. So they decided to put him at MSSD. I’ve heard many good things about MSSD and his son...
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