My Silent Language [1/1]
anonymous
October 16 2009, 12:15:54 UTC
It was rare seeing a Nation using the language that used no spoken words, but used their hands and facial expressions. A fascinating language the Deaf have, it was like a dance of hands and fingers, a constant display of pure emotions upon one’s face. Yes, Arthur Kirkland loved this language for it was the only time he could honestly bring out his feelings. The Deaf did not judge him and, to be honest, he preferred being in the company of those silent people to his hearing citizenry
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My Silent Language Author's Notes
anonymous
October 16 2009, 12:21:59 UTC
I'm just putting this here for those who don't know the language or Deaf culture all that well, kay?
Deaf and deaf, the difference: There is, in fact, a difference between "Deaf" and "deaf." Deaf with a capital "d" is a person who can't hear, but does not want to immerse themself into the hearing culture. They tend to stick to sign language and not things like pidgeon signing or lip reading. Deaf with a little "d" is the opposite.
Expressions: You need to use facial expressions because it's part of the grammar.
Eye contact: You need this. It's considered rude to break eye contact.
Watching or eavesdropping on two Deafs talking: Also considered rude if you just stare at them without telling them that you can use sign language.
Anyway, I hope you enjoyed this really short one-shot. I had a lot of fun and if you have questions, I'd love to answer them. :)
Oh Author!Anon this was just really lovely. I just...yeah I have a really hectic day today and this was a nice little quiet thing to start the morning off with.
Thank you so much and thanks for including the notes...that's part of what makes this fandom so much fun learning about different cultures.
Re: My Silent Language Author's Notes
anonymous
October 17 2009, 05:56:37 UTC
That was lovely. I've always loved to watch people use Sign Language, even though I can't use it. I do try not to stare, though, since I know it's tantamount to eavesdropping on two people talking in a language I don't speak.
I do love the way you've used the language and imagery here. For such a short piece it's got a very powerful sense of emotion associated with it. Very nice job, anon!
Re: My Silent Language Author's Notes
anonymous
November 16 2009, 22:32:25 UTC
I like your translation from sign language to English, most hearing people I know who learn BSL struggle with the grammar (or lack thereof) trying to literally translate from their trained in English thoughts to BSL. BSL seems so crude and almost basic until you click and get it, at which point it's kinda magic to realise how much more vivid what you're saying is, with so many more subtleties. I miss Deaf Club.
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Deaf and deaf, the difference: There is, in fact, a difference between "Deaf" and "deaf." Deaf with a capital "d" is a person who can't hear, but does not want to immerse themself into the hearing culture. They tend to stick to sign language and not things like pidgeon signing or lip reading. Deaf with a little "d" is the opposite.
Expressions: You need to use facial expressions because it's part of the grammar.
Eye contact: You need this. It's considered rude to break eye contact.
Watching or eavesdropping on two Deafs talking: Also considered rude if you just stare at them without telling them that you can use sign language.
Anyway, I hope you enjoyed this really short one-shot. I had a lot of fun and if you have questions, I'd love to answer them. :)
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Thank you so much and thanks for including the notes...that's part of what makes this fandom so much fun learning about different cultures.
:-)
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Haha, you're welcome. :) And I agree with that statement on learning about different cultures because of this fandom.
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Watching or eavesdropping on two Deafs talking: Also considered rude if you just stare at them without telling them that you can use sign language.
Totally guilty of that. When I'm caught, they ask, I answer and they get surprised. LOL
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You just can't help watching them! Watching sign language in action has to be the coolest thing I've ever seen! XD
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I do love the way you've used the language and imagery here. For such a short piece it's got a very powerful sense of emotion associated with it. Very nice job, anon!
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