Could there somewhere be a Deaf Culture Anthropologist? That Might be me in a few years..
I've dropped the two business classes that I had signed up for. Taking up Cultural Anthropology and American Sign Language 101.
Alicen Noselli PhD. Cultural Anthropologist? I'll let you know if I like the class....
Anthropology is: archaeological research, analyze development of languages, and significance of verbal and non verbal communication in our daily lives. Study of human diversity and universal values, fostering intercultural understanding, stimulating concerns about the issues of cultural change and continuity in one's society.
Sounds good on paper.
Friday, January 16, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Pondering
After spending the day reviewing employment fields and masters degrees, I'm more confused than ever. I did a simple test to address which fields would be best for me. It turns out that service industry, and health care are not my best fields, writing and artistic values are. Is there a writing job for the hearing impaired that I don't know about? I guess writing a book about it would help but, I'm not sure I want to sit at a computer all day and night typing away...like I usually do. Huh? Wait, a job that pays me to do what I'm already doing...?
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Masters Degree
Yeah, I'm thinking about what Masters Degree I want to carry on my shoulder. I know a lot of "kids" that just get out of school, decide to go another route after college but, I'm not going to. I want to be sure that what I choose is appropriate for the kind of work I want to do. Which is... Oh, I don't know. I know I want to work with people like myself that have hearing related issues, and perhaps the deaf community itself but in what capacity? Whether it's in the educational, vocational, or non profit organizational kind of way, I need to start planning this route to my masters.
I've gotten the "can do" kudos from a good friend of mine and she sees a brighter future for this meek little introvert. (yeah right!) Thinking about other schools as well with more direct education in my desired field. RIT has MA's listed that might be closer to what I want. but getting to RIT, means getting my BA first. Suny purchase might offer me the opportunity to continue at my college in Rockland (satellite) with a BA in Business, then....? My friend thinks Vocational Rehab in the Hard of hearing world might be for me... Hmmm... much to ponder..
I've gotten the "can do" kudos from a good friend of mine and she sees a brighter future for this meek little introvert. (yeah right!) Thinking about other schools as well with more direct education in my desired field. RIT has MA's listed that might be closer to what I want. but getting to RIT, means getting my BA first. Suny purchase might offer me the opportunity to continue at my college in Rockland (satellite) with a BA in Business, then....? My friend thinks Vocational Rehab in the Hard of hearing world might be for me... Hmmm... much to ponder..
Monday, January 12, 2009
Veggie day 3 or 4......
I had thought that going veg would be really difficult given my attraction to all sorts of meats but, I find that despite the occasional hankering for a slice of bacon I've been really good. Although I must admit, I really wanted a bacon egg and cheese this morning. NO, I didn't do it. Pictures flash across the screen in my head and those cravings are squelched rather quickly. Again for those real life horror stories, see PETA's "Meet your Meat" video.
This weekend, I dropped the meat from my dishes, and tried a new veggie chili non-carne. Which was really good with a little red hot! Also a lentil and rice dish with caramelized onions.
Today brought me to the organic section at the supermarket. They have a whole isle and a half devoted to organics, and health products. I made some purchases. If you've ever shopped with three hungry, cranky children, you would understand why it took a while. I did buy meat products, but not for me. I have never eaten spam, nor will I.
So the whole idea of a veggie life is growing on me. It's not that difficult, when you remember the video... I think a weekly viewing will be a well set reminder of why I'm doing this.
This weekend, I dropped the meat from my dishes, and tried a new veggie chili non-carne. Which was really good with a little red hot! Also a lentil and rice dish with caramelized onions.
Today brought me to the organic section at the supermarket. They have a whole isle and a half devoted to organics, and health products. I made some purchases. If you've ever shopped with three hungry, cranky children, you would understand why it took a while. I did buy meat products, but not for me. I have never eaten spam, nor will I.
So the whole idea of a veggie life is growing on me. It's not that difficult, when you remember the video... I think a weekly viewing will be a well set reminder of why I'm doing this.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Analogy to vegatarianism
After speaking in depth with my husband about my desire to learn more about veg life, he proposed an analogy, the diamond trade.
If it's not right to eat animals, then it's not right to buy diamonds. We agree on this matter. Since the African "blood diamond" trade and slavery, murder, abuse are tied together, I'm opting out of diamonds too. (Not that I ever was really into it)
If you buy a diamond from a dealer that got it from a legit mine, where nothing like those atrocities ever happened, Is it OK?
No, it still feeds into the supply and demand of the diamond trade, perpetuating the whole trades' issues. So slavery, murder and abuse continue. People killing people over rocks, does not sit right here either.
Please understand that I am not trying to change your views or desires, simply expressing my changing, evolving opinionated views.
Joe also raised the question about animal testing, finding a cure for the hearing loss I've suffered and I must say, I would go deaf rather than suffer an animal to this kind of torture.
If it's not right to eat animals, then it's not right to buy diamonds. We agree on this matter. Since the African "blood diamond" trade and slavery, murder, abuse are tied together, I'm opting out of diamonds too. (Not that I ever was really into it)
If you buy a diamond from a dealer that got it from a legit mine, where nothing like those atrocities ever happened, Is it OK?
No, it still feeds into the supply and demand of the diamond trade, perpetuating the whole trades' issues. So slavery, murder and abuse continue. People killing people over rocks, does not sit right here either.
Please understand that I am not trying to change your views or desires, simply expressing my changing, evolving opinionated views.
Joe also raised the question about animal testing, finding a cure for the hearing loss I've suffered and I must say, I would go deaf rather than suffer an animal to this kind of torture.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Opportunity
It was confirmed that when/ if my essay should be accepted into the Beacon 2009 conference, my pluralism grade will go from a "b" to an "a".
I thought this was a great opportunity anyhow but, up the GPA, YEAH, SURE!
The $100.- prize won't even pay for the gas, tolls and hotel but... Oh the Notoriety.
I am looking forward to all of my collective editors having an input so WE win this F*cker!
I thought this was a great opportunity anyhow but, up the GPA, YEAH, SURE!
The $100.- prize won't even pay for the gas, tolls and hotel but... Oh the Notoriety.
I am looking forward to all of my collective editors having an input so WE win this F*cker!
A thought on vegetarian life.
I had tried to go vegetarian in my early twenties. The whole idea of animals being killed for my diner didn't sit right with me.
I'm revisiting the whole idea again, after a friend told me to watch a pretty little video of slaughter house action. Lovely. If your curious, check out Peta's website, meet your meat.
I pledged to 30 days of meat-less-ness.
I grew up with chickens and Pigeons. Not for eating the birds but the chickens were for the eggs. The Pigeons were just cool.
We at one point had a piglet, who we named "pinky" in the basement, with no lights and a small confined area about 3 ft around. At the age of 5 or 6, I didn't know why we weren't allowed to play with him, but we snuck in there and played anyhow.
Pinky ended up on our diner table. I don't think that I would have chosen to eat my friend, if I had the choice.
My parents grew up over seas in rural areas, where they were taught that this was the norm. You can rest assured, that I will not subject my kids to this behavior. I will not follow in the footsteps that I detest. After watching the video, I'm not so sure that I will force my kids to eat any meat either.
But I will start checking into farms that are free roaming, vaccine and veterinary caring, organic and other things. This would be a good time to research this fully. I am a mother, and like many other mothers, want what is best for my children. I will be happy to share my findings with you.
I had another friend who suggested that some meat packagers actually dyed their meat to make it look better, and more palatable. I did a little bit of research on this and found this to be somewhat true. Packagers can dye meat that is ground, for purposes such as sausages, cold cuts, burgers and hot dogs. Packagers can also use carbon dioxide to keep meat looking fresh longer.
My friend mentioned that her daughter is allergic to certain food dyes, and I talked a bit about how we changed our oldest son's diet to minimize dye exposure.
The minimizing has had a great effect. He can focus better in school and at home. Which I am extremely thankful for!
My first meal for day one without meat, was egg noodles with white asparagus and Brussels sprouts (aka green globs of evil). I never did like them but my kids do, and that's good! Since I didn't make dinner tonight I had no choice in menu. I ate the Pierogies and the carrots ~not the pork chops.
While I continue to research the whole vegetarian life, I will share my bits and pieces with you. Especially what my vegetarian pediatrician has to say. At the very least I will be educated in matters of consumption.
I'm revisiting the whole idea again, after a friend told me to watch a pretty little video of slaughter house action. Lovely. If your curious, check out Peta's website, meet your meat.
I pledged to 30 days of meat-less-ness.
I grew up with chickens and Pigeons. Not for eating the birds but the chickens were for the eggs. The Pigeons were just cool.
We at one point had a piglet, who we named "pinky" in the basement, with no lights and a small confined area about 3 ft around. At the age of 5 or 6, I didn't know why we weren't allowed to play with him, but we snuck in there and played anyhow.
Pinky ended up on our diner table. I don't think that I would have chosen to eat my friend, if I had the choice.
My parents grew up over seas in rural areas, where they were taught that this was the norm. You can rest assured, that I will not subject my kids to this behavior. I will not follow in the footsteps that I detest. After watching the video, I'm not so sure that I will force my kids to eat any meat either.
But I will start checking into farms that are free roaming, vaccine and veterinary caring, organic and other things. This would be a good time to research this fully. I am a mother, and like many other mothers, want what is best for my children. I will be happy to share my findings with you.
I had another friend who suggested that some meat packagers actually dyed their meat to make it look better, and more palatable. I did a little bit of research on this and found this to be somewhat true. Packagers can dye meat that is ground, for purposes such as sausages, cold cuts, burgers and hot dogs. Packagers can also use carbon dioxide to keep meat looking fresh longer.
My friend mentioned that her daughter is allergic to certain food dyes, and I talked a bit about how we changed our oldest son's diet to minimize dye exposure.
The minimizing has had a great effect. He can focus better in school and at home. Which I am extremely thankful for!
My first meal for day one without meat, was egg noodles with white asparagus and Brussels sprouts (aka green globs of evil). I never did like them but my kids do, and that's good! Since I didn't make dinner tonight I had no choice in menu. I ate the Pierogies and the carrots ~not the pork chops.
While I continue to research the whole vegetarian life, I will share my bits and pieces with you. Especially what my vegetarian pediatrician has to say. At the very least I will be educated in matters of consumption.
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