I continue to be amazed at the knowledge of foreign languages this group posesses. I am NOT a language buff, and even got out of taking my one foreign language course in High School....
But I did take Gregg Shorthand!
Shorthand is a foreign language all of its own. I used to take sermon notes in shorthand and drive my sister crazy because she couldn't read over my shoulder! The only problem is that if you don't transcribe it right away, it is easy to forget what was written. This is because some symbols could be used as a Letter or a Word. And of course, like the rest of you know...practice is what keep you fluent.
My point on this blog was the fact that I kind of feel sad that I didn't take a foreign language like Spanish or French. Last night another single-mom friend and I went out to a local Mexican restaurant for dinner last night. I walked all over the place looking for the restrooms. Finally, I asked for directions!!! (Yes, I can humble myself to ask for directions, even for the restroom!) The Host looked at me quizzically, then pointed to a bright purple wall with big yellow letters with "ban`os". Boy, I felt like one of the girls on "Beauty and the Geek"!!
I commend you, RoamingWind, on your progress and dedication! I can't imagine trading places with you. I think I will stick to shorthand....what I remember of it! LOL! Maybe I will learn a few phrases from your posts!
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Most kids in my high school took 2 years of a language or none at all. Mine was an afterthought, so my senior year I took Spanish 1. I was in there with Freshman and a few Juniors who wanted to be able to take Spanish 2. I was the only Senior. I am glad that I took it but probably didn't need to because Evangel had already accepted me!
Donde esta el bano? (Don-day es-tah el bahn-yo?)
Spanish for "where is the bathroom?".
It's about the only thing I remember how to say from my year of high school Spanish. I feel the same way you do, I wish I'd paid more attention in that class now.
Orazais para te!
I remember being fascinated by shorthand! Now I'm trying to learn Spanish! Thanks for the kind words. Some back at you...praying for fast and smooth recovery for you! Hang in there!
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