Next week I’ll be joining around 20-people to walk from San Francisco to Los Angeles over the course of 30-days.
Why are we doing this?
To raise awareness of American Sign Language and how vital it is to our shared culture.
But Sj, you’re not deaf; why are YOU doing it?
Because I want to. I love language and have always wanted to learn ASL; I even took classes with my dad when I was in high school.
But the real reason? My heart practically leapt out of my chest when I learned about the walk last Fall. My new friend Sharon and I were exploring a few Kaua‘i hikes when I caught the bug, the ASL bug. Be careful, you might catch it too. : )
Sj and Sharon are both walking from SF to LA.
I’ll post when I can; we’ll be in remote areas and most probably will have limited access to electricity and wi-fi.
It’s going to be an amazing experience. I know a l i t t l e sign (yes, I know how to sign “little” : ), but only a little. I’m literally jumping off the cliff of communication and will be flying with my wings of love, hope, and optimism. Yes, I have 3 wings. Only 2 just doesn’t cut it.
Drop me notes when you get a chance. I’d love to hear your stories of deaf friends or family who you adore. Yes, I only want to hear about people you adore. : ) I want to hear your passion . . . no, not the sexual kind, but the kind that pulls at your heart strings. The kind that makes you smile when you’re alone. Hmm, I can hear the chimes already.
Toodle-oo for now!
-Sj
