Hello!

[Ellybird]

Hello!

I’m Elly, a full-time mum to 3 kids and 2 cats, based in Oxford.

I’m new to BSL although I have been interested in learning since I learnt the finger spelling alphabet and some basic signs as a Brownie 30-odd years ago.

I have used some home singing/makaton/English supportive signing with each of my children (and still now with my youngest) - signing is absolutely amazing for encouraging pre-verbal communication and giving small children the power to express themselves.

A friend of mine said she was going to learn BSL and she reignited that spark in me.

I have signed up to the British Sign Introductory course and if that goes well I’m hoping to do an in-person BSL level 1 course with my friend here in Oxford.

I think sign language is beautifully expressive. I think it has value for everyone not just those who are Deaf/deaf.

Any other Oxford-based people here interested in BSL?

[Ellybird]

 

[gibbopool2003]

Hello, how are you?