http://www.deafread.com/extra/ DeafRead Extra http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45856 If only plants could speak, it would be so much easier to take care of them. That’s why I found a cute product which is amazing and named "Digital Pot" by the designer, Junyi Heo. The Digital Pot were designed to relay the needs of individual plants through an interactive display of simulated plant ‘facial expressions’, this idea just might make green thumbs out of th... -Selina^Wing- Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:39:20 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45853 Of course, I don’t want to leave the impression that returning to this country only fills you with deep, unanswerable questions. There’s a lot of joy to be found in every single day in Sri Lanka. In the last seven days, I’ve: Gone to Mr. Abeygunawardana’s mirith, a house blessing where twelve monks chant all night [...] Adam Stone Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:28:08 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45852 I made some mention of a video sign language dictionary filming project in partnership with Ruhunu Sumaga Circle of the Deaf. I would like to update everyone and explain that this did not happen after all due to a succession of reasons. But the last reason is the best one of all: the Central Federation [...] Adam Stone Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:28:07 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45854 The thought has crossed my mind that perhaps I shouldn’t visit Sri Lanka anymore after this trip. Perhaps it’s just a temporary feeling of moroseness brought on by the clouds and torrential rains that have pounded Matara the past three days, but there are real issues at work here, both personal and social. First: There [...] Adam Stone Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:28:07 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45855 Monday, 26 May Plan: Outside Activity: Do the trust fall activity outside; first, in pairs and on the ground; second, with groups catching pupils falling backwards off tables. Introduce Deaf Studies. First activity: Pupils pick a playing card, read its number, then tell that many unique things about himself to the class. Second activity: each pupil [...] Adam Stone Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:28:06 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45851 During one lesson in the Deaf Studies class, I showed them a short video from California School for the Deaf’s Middle School PAH! Day celebration. The children were so inspired that they wanted to make a video themselves. I suggested the “Deaf Can!” theme and they ran with it. About half of the footage were [...] Adam Stone Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:28:04 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45849 This is cool, blogging with Textmate editor, using xmlrpc protocol. No Tags Ke5ter Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:23:26 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45844 One of my friends is studying medicine and I asked why did she decide to study in that field. her: well, I have a theory. I think it’s because I have a short attention span. I tend to change subjects every two years as I get bored of them easily. [...] Ke5ter Sun, 06 Jul 2008 21:27:55 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45841 Last Friday, I was invited to a very small Fourth of July party. It was nothing special. People were smoking weeds. Then, we did fireworks at night.While people were around smoking that "green thing", a lady around my age came up to me and asked me nicely, "You don’t smoke pot, huh?" I told her I am not into any of this and haven’t tried smoking weeds for 21 years. I ... jeffcarlson’s Xanga Sun, 06 Jul 2008 20:52:54 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45838 Just wanted to share a video I ran across on YouTube. Bill Creswell captioned this video like usual. Kudos goes out to him! Don’s Blog Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:14:16 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45836 Well - the time has finally come around and in just a few hours I’ll be leaving to go Auckland Airport to catch my flight to San francisco. I am just this minute getting excited for the first time.I will try to update this blog with my travels when i get a chance but not sure how often I will be at a computer.I will be glad to leave this cold damp cold freezing Auckl... The Ambling Rambler Sun, 06 Jul 2008 16:42:50 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45832 STEVE JOBS AT HOME IN 1982 — ’This was a very typical time. I was single. All you needed was a cup of tea, a light, and your stereo, you know, and that’s what I had.’ —Steve Jobs Whoa, I didn’t know that his birthday is on Feb. 24th, two days apart from my birthday. [...] Ke5ter Sun, 06 Jul 2008 13:38:37 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45827 by KJ Balogun, EcoDeaf contributorIn March 17 - 20, 2009, there will be National Legislative Forum on Parks and Recreation at Grand Hyatt Washington, in Washington DC.What it is similar to the Eco-Deaf, & Green Festival’s philosophy: "Advance national policies that promote health through physical activity, reconnect children with nature and protect open space for ... EcoDeaf Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:19:10 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45824 I’m at one of my postcard phases again. I had that phase for quite a while when I was living in New York. One of the main reasons that prompted me into the postcard phase was that they were everywhere in the City. At the end of the week (or weekend, even), I’d end up [...] Der Sankt Speaks... Sun, 06 Jul 2008 11:08:40 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45823 Here is the real Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde of Chef Red Hawk. I established my new other blog, Red Hawk’s Deaf Musings for some reasons that I felt that I don’t want to mess with Deaf Chef at Large blog with different subjects instead of the recipes or Deaf Chef subjects. I had read many news from many Deaf communities and other sources that leave me to pondering about, ... Chef at Large Sun, 06 Jul 2008 11:07:46 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45822 In Northern Virginia, a major supporter of NVCSA is the Fairfax Lions Club.  For the Fairfax 4th of July Parade, the Fairfax Lions, along with members of NVCSA, participated in the parade raising awareness for the Lions, NVCSA, Cued Speech, and the Car Donation Program which helps to support Cue Camp Virginia.  There were even [...] We Cue! Sun, 06 Jul 2008 09:34:24 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45814 My mother in law is only 80 years old but over the past two weeks, she’s turned into somewhat of an invalid crouched in her wheelchair, busy in her own world of characters speaking in a language that is half hers and half theirs.   My heart breaks as I think of this woman before the [...] A Radical Sabbatical Sun, 06 Jul 2008 06:46:24 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45816 My mother in law is only 80 years old but over the past two weeks, she’s turned into somewhat of an invalid crouched in her wheelchair, busy in her own world of characters speaking in a language that is half hers and half theirs.   My heart breaks as I think of this woman before the [...] A Radical Sabbatical Sun, 06 Jul 2008 06:46:22 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45806 So the first major holiday I’d celebrate as an San Francisco resident would be Independence Day!  We started off with an lazy afternoon picnic at the Dolores Park Terrace, then ended up in the Mission at a friend’s place for some drinks and smokes while the fireworks rattled the windows. blackcore Sun, 06 Jul 2008 01:00:11 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45807 Flamingo Man Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:43:16 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45809 The price of freedom ...Well, it’s July 5 (at least, here it is). I was just ruminating to myself about what precisely the word "freedom" means. We all like to throw around statements like our right to say what we like has been earned by the blood of those who died in wars past. But sadly, those troops who have come home from the battlefields in Iraq or Afghan... MicahBrwn’s Xanga Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:42:50 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45805 My Internal ID Number is 4604 I am a Male, PEN 159, Italian Greyhound, White The shelter thinks I am about 1 Year of Age I will be available for adoption starting on 07-07-08 Found Stray: Small Breed, Young Adult, Weight: 15lbs, Very Sweet, Calm, Little Scared, Friendly. He is Deaf. Click here to view Deaf Italian Greyhound If you can help,... Deaf Animal Row Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:23:17 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45802 Wow, talk about a giant step backward to dark age medieval standards. From iAfrica.com report, Iran’s parliament is about to debate a draft bill that would criminalize bloggers or webmasters and punish them to death for promoting corruption, prostitution and apostasy from Islam in Iran. I cannot imagine there’s a website or blog actually promoting [...] Under The Hill Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:54:35 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45794 While sipping my morning orange juice, I scanned through the articles covering disability topics that I had piled up in my email box. I came across this: Puppet Show Raises Disability Awareness for Kids From the article: Children at the Boys and Girls Club received a first hand look Tuesday at what it really means to live with a disability.The Journey of Hope... DeafMom Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:40:17 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45795 Home Depot has a new website, Eco Options at Home Depot, which includes a national CFL light bulb recycling program, how to make your home energy efficient, conserving water, making a healthy home, ensuring clean air and purchase of sustainable forestry items among many more options!  There are also frequently asked questions section such as the difficult question of ... EcoDeaf Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:39:00 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45797 Visual beauty will suffice in the absence of my dear ones and in absence of auditory art/beauty... Becoming Deaf in Norway 2007 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:38:43 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45800 A massive fireball from space hits New York’s Central Park and an ordinary man emerges unscathed. The man turns out to be a spaceship operated by 100 human-looking aliens who are one-quarter inch tall and seeking a way to save their planet; complications ensue when their captain falls in love with an Earth woman who’s [...] bill creswell Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:38:33 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45792 Happy Independence Day!In honor of today, I offer a reading of the document that changed history forever ...In CONGRESS, July 4, 1776The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of AmericaWhen in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume among the ... MicahBrwn’s Xanga Sat, 05 Jul 2008 02:22:28 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45784 Here’s hoping the USA will celebrate its 300th birthday in 2076. George F. Will has a great article about the real origin of the Declaration of Independence, which all began in Mecklenburg, North Carolina in 1775 by angry Presbyterians incited by England’s marriage law and fines and provided a fit of genuine inspiration for the Framers. [...] Under The Hill Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:13:47 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45783 I don’t understand why this person called herself a man when she has a vagina (female sexual organ)? I think, one of the biggest difference between man and woman is their sexual organ. But I am happy that she had a wondeful baby. Congradulation woman...oops man.. which is exactly what he got!! huh.. submit by: Tatiana Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:19:36 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45782 We are happy to say that the newest member of our growing family arrived on July 2 at 12:41 am, weighing 7 lbs, 5 oz. Baby and I came home Thursday afternoon and we are busy with family, friends, phone calls and 3 big sisters constantly asking, "Can I hold him? When is it my turn to hold him? I want to hold him next!"I am going to take a few days off to bond with the... Mountain Mama Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:09:51 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45780 G’day Everyone on this nation’s 232nd birthday!! I hope you all will enjoy it in a happy, safe, and sane way.I’m glad to be home, but I hope many people be careful on their trip across this nation despite the gas prices. We’re so damn close to the $150/barrel mark already. It’s just totally unreal.I want to oppose President Bush for planning to attend the 2008 Olymp... The Deaf Sherlock Fri, 04 Jul 2008 11:05:34 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45776 After meeting my brother to drop off Kaycie, we headed back up to Christie Lake on Wednesday. As soon as we arrived, we began to cover up the boats. The Weather Channel showed that a large storm was heading our way. And boy, did it hit. The wind was fierce and the lake water swirled in all [...] A Deaf Mom Shares Her World Fri, 04 Jul 2008 10:19:49 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45774 Sometime, I spent my time on thinking about the Independence Day. I have my pride as A Deaf Native American who appreciate all independences that were given by our Founding Fathers--no matters how lousy it is, but I appreciate most is the freedom that I can do what I want to do. I had read some histories about that day with my unbiased mind and noticed that the patri... Chef at Large Fri, 04 Jul 2008 09:11:33 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45773 Shiloh Genuine opportunities to change a life are few and far between. The chance to make a difference for a mere five or ten dollars is rarer still. Her Story: Shiloh is a beautiful five-year-old Catahoula Leopard dog that was born deaf. She narrowly escaped death via euthanasia when a charitable woman rescued Shiloh from the needle of a breeder who had no u... Deaf Animal Row Fri, 04 Jul 2008 07:10:20 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45772 CHRONICLES OF A BIONIC WOMAN Fri, 04 Jul 2008 07:08:54 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45769 (cross posted at benvess.com) Before I go on about my series over at imagekind.com, I’d like to thank all those who took the time to sign the petition for Old Dominion University to adopt American Sign Language as a foreign language for their curriculum. The petition is ongoing; so, if you happen to know someone who [...] Der Sankt Speaks... Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:15:14 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45766 ECNARB Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:18:34 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45767 ECNARB Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:18:06 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45760 Want to go to Europe, but don’t have any plans? Don’t worry; join Anthony Mowl as he travels Europe from July 25-August 2nd. DeafNation Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:20:47 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45759 President Davila interviews Dr. Jay Innes, Dr. Simon Guteng, and Ms. Debby DeStefano about the many programs offered by Gallaudet during the summer that are overseen by the university’s College of Professional Studies and Outreach. Inside Gallaudet Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:26:43 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45758 Faculty and staff are putting data to work for improved curricula and higher achievement. Inside Gallaudet Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:06:59 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45755 Happy Birthday, Liz!  Have a Klondike, on me! Bookmark me! More » A Deaf Mom Shares Her World Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:06:46 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45757 I had this conversation with my girlfriend last night who was using her PC. She was tired and working overtime and needed to do one simple task before she could go home and sleep and that was converting a Word document into PDF. Just a side note here, on a Mac you can virtually save [...] deafmac.org Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:06:33 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45752 Here are this week’s favorites! I’ve noticed that I have a strong preference for the lyrical pieces on the show- a bit of a surprise to me because I love to watch street dancers, and I try to attend Latin ballroom competitions whenever I can.  But these dance forms/choreography don’t translate as well onto the [...] arbofo Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:02:43 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45751 Okay, I’ve seen Dancing Matt on a number of blogs by now, but I have to include him here- he’s too delightful to pass up. If you’ve had enough of Dancing Matt, maybe you’d rather check out the fighting kittens? [via BoingBoing] arbofo Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:01:46 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45750 ECNARB Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:44:57 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45749 Click on blue dot for direction to get there:View Larger Map San Diego Deaf Surfers Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:41:53 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45739 Riverside, CAecoskills:EcoQuest natural purifying home laundry installment to eliminate use of soap or hot water, energy-saving light bulbs, Klean Kanteen water containers, re-filling mugs for tea/coffee, glass or BPA-free bottles for children, handmade tote and canvas shopping bags, cloth napkins, absorbable re-useable cleaning cloth, organic paraben-free toiletries/... EcoDeaf Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:27:20 -0700 http://www.deafread.com/redirect.html?rid=45742 This week, Lauren gets the full scoop on the real estate market from a well-known deaf realtor, Jackie Roth. Watch to find out great tips, market secrets and how to buy your own home. Channel i Vlogs Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:26:41 -0700