Went… Saw… Didn’t have too much fun… Yeah, it was an eventful afternoon, and a lot of people showed up, and a lot of people had a great time. I just wasn’t one of those people. Though, the group of five I went with - we had a great time just being together! Isn’t that awesome to be around folks that make their own party - where ever and when ever? We just talked and hung out and the younger ones (not me) goofed around… That was totally worth it! I didn’t take pictures, because no one wanted their picture taken - fine! We had a good day despite the dullness we found at the event. BUT - it was a good turn out for all involved and they raised a lot of money, over two thousand dollars! So, all-in-all it was a good afternoon…

Today is Deaf Pride Day at our local community college and I am a mix of excited to be going and worried that the turn out will suck. On one hand, seeing a bunch of old friendly faces will be exciting! At the same time I keep hearing how much last year sucked and how this year is being set up the same way.. blah, blah, blah… But, I am keeping my hopes up and trying really hard to think positive! I am taking students (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) and they are convinced that it’s going to suck and be stupid - even though they have never been before. So, I feel the pressure because I am more or less forcing them to go to this thing! It will be good for them to meet up with others that speak the same language and see people they haven’t in a long time. This is going to be fun! I just know it! …I hope… We are going to meet up at my house - a bunch of us - and head out to tasty In and Out for a quick bite before descending upon Deaf Pride Day… Wish me luck… *wink*