In this ASL video clip, LaRonda lightheartedly encourages readers to keep reading her summer-cliffhanger storyblog posted here at The Ear of My Heart, and up on DeafRead. The story is about how LaRonda became deaf and how she adjusted to, accepted and ultimately celebrated that transition and journey into Deafhood. The final chapter will complete on Aug. 8th, 2007. Enjoy!
Transcript:
Hi! (read my shirt)
You’re not finished with me yet? Whew! You don’t want to throw me away? Good!
You probably know that I’ve been posting many chapters of my story up on Deafread. I post about 3 chapters a day. Why I have increased to 3 chapters per day is because several of you have been screaming out for more! Some of you don’t want to be left hanging! It’s true. My story does have many cliffhangers, but that’s a symbol of a good writer! I feel very proud. It means people want more!!! It keeps them coming back to read.
Yet, there is also a risk. I don’t want people to turn away and give up on the story because there isn’t enough of it in one sitting. I hope you’ll continue reading along with me daily. I thought maybe if I added this video clip (vlog) it might encourage you to stick with the reading.
My story will end on August 8th, not August 30th as originally planned, because I have chosen to add more chapters each day to meet your requests. This is what some of you have asked for. I hope this is okay.
One thing I notice when you read my chapters is that some of you are reading the first daily chapter or the last daily chapter, but you’re skipping the middle chapter. Wait! Don’t skip a chapter. If you’re not reading each chapter, it means you will miss the chronological order of the events. You might miss an important part of the story. So, anyway, I wanted to encourage you to read each of the 3 daily chapters. They’re not too long and they’re enjoyable.
One day, I hope you’ll look back and say, “Oh, I remember that woman, LaRonda! She’s now a famous deaf author!”
Whoo! That’s my goal: To one day publish my book. I’m giving you all a preview now — a sneak-peek!
Anyway, I hope you’re enjoying your summer. Don’t throw me away! Don’t stop reading my storyblog! Keep on going until August 8th! That’s the last day and I will complete my summer storyblog then.
Thank you for your loyalty and continued reading!
Bye – ILY – Handwaves!
My name is LaRonda Zupp.
I am Deaf. Welcome to
"The Ear of My Heart."
Hey LaRonda – I admit, I did miss the beginning, I’m gonna go back and read from 1 to…….(not telling how much I missed) – GUILTY!!!!
I ready the last few and it is AMAZING….
NO WAY – not throwing you out – NO WAY!!!
You ROCK, LaRonda….very very touching story you got there!! Keep it up…
I read at work……..SHHH!!! I keep waiting, now I realized you do 3 a day….:-) I guess this makes me learn to be PATIENT!!
Left by B.A.D. on July 23rd, 2007
I am guilty,too. I read two chapters at work today. Shhh!
Left by Peachlady on July 23rd, 2007
Just coast along the way, enjoy it. If you enjoy it, they will. Ride on your wave!
Left by cnkatz on July 23rd, 2007
Hey — I have enjoyed reading your stories — Seriously I think you should write a book. I love the way your style of writing — Wow. I am looking forward to read more.
Diane
Left by Diane on July 23rd, 2007
Oops I love your writing … not your style of writing .. Duh me. lol
Diane
Left by Diane on July 23rd, 2007
I have enjoyed reading about your experience from Chapter 1 and continue to look for more! Wow! What a frightening experience! Thanks for sharing your story with us.
Until tomorrow.. I will have my “LaRonda” fix (caffeine fix–but I don’t drink caffeine, though). Smile.
Take care.
Left by More! More! on July 23rd, 2007
Thank you all for your comments. If you missed some chapters, it’s easy to go back and catch up.
To begin my storyblog, go here:
http://www.earofmyheart.com/wordpress/?p=162
Then click “Next” at the top of each blog post. It will take you chapter by chapter. If you have questions, please ask.
Thanks for reading.
~ LaRonda
Left by LaRonda on July 23rd, 2007
My hungry dog ate my homework! Forgive my delay in reading. Don’t worry I will read soon.
Left by Bug on July 23rd, 2007
Bug, you’re always good for a laugh!
~ LaRonda
Left by LaRonda on July 23rd, 2007
LaRonda,
You are teaching me so much via your stories. I am in awe…
Left by Julie Rems-Smario on July 24th, 2007
Actually it’s the opposite… MORE! You have hooked me to the stories and I keep anticipating for the next chapter. If I’m busy, I want until the best time to relax and go to your chapters I haven’t read
Left by Katherine on July 24th, 2007
i cant imagine once i finish reading ur last chapter on aug 8th?!
i wish u continue writing ur thick book forever
Left by kira on July 24th, 2007