For my first week of attempting to learn basic American Sign Language I focused on numbers and letters. I did not have many difficulties with the alphabet as that was more review then learning a new concept.
Numbers were a little more difficult. This was my first time learning numbers, and there were some difficulties. I struggled with mixing up my similar numbers, such as twelve and twenty two.
I will continue to practice numbers, and will hopefully be able to get to one hundred by the end of next week.
Gods' speed.
Wow, much respect for taking on this task, deaf people need to be heard too ya know. Are you planning on learning the alphabet at first and then all of the common phrases? I feel like building a base for yourself with the alphabet is a good idea. I know that you mentioned your mom was a resource, but do you plan on watching videos or reading a book as well? I think this skill will be very helpful for you in the future, I bet you will use this more than you ever thought that you would. Who knows maybe one day you will be the person who stands by the president when he is giving a speech and translating that for people watching. They always look pretty cool doing all that jazz with their hands. Anyway, enjoy and good luck on this journey!
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