"Joy to the World" "Jeremiah was a Bullfrog" Sign Language

FINALLY! Here's my son's "can't you do any rock songs" request! That cutie is my daughter (very proud mom, here).
This video is not in true ASL, although it should be - and will be when I can update it accurately. It is hard to translate songs into ASL because it is a true language just as English is; therefore, ASL is not in English word order. It's difficult to not lose the meaning and rhythm of the song. There are many that can do it; I am a working my way there. It was my own interpretation of this fun song at the time. I hope it inspires you.

[LYRICS BELOW]
I am not deaf. I was inspired to learn from my cousin & my ASL instructor, both of whom are deaf, as well as from a friend's child. I am not an interpreter, although that may be have a long way to go to become even close to fluent in ASL, so I admire those that are. Take classes at your local college, find on-line resources or books if there are none nearby. Most importantly, the BEST way to learn is to talk with someone who is deaf.

I can't please everyone and I will never be a perfect signer because I am not deaf. However, I am making the effort to communicate on all levels in a way that I truly enjoy - in the most beautiful language.

All I know is what I am reading from all of you: people who were touched to see a beautiful visual aspect put to their special song. That it helped express their love, or let go of one; deal with the loss of a grandparent, a friend; recall their faith; start a new life; their wedding song; courageously battle disease as they fight for their life; bravely fight to protect ours... Countless people asking how & where they can learn ASL (college classes near you, on-line resources, or most importantly, talk with someone who is deaf). These are the reasons I'm doing this, and will continue...Thank you so much for the support.
My best,
~Lauren

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• World
• Jeremiah
• Bullfrog
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• ASL
• Children
• Kids

[lilaven07753]

That was so awesome!

[laurensmusicsign]

Thank you, lilaven07753! :-)

[Gandas24]

Sweet. I envy you for the knowledge of ur sign language.

This video looked as it was much fun to do.

By the way u both look like younger and older sister...^^

[laurensmusicsign]

Ah, thank you, Gandas24, it was fun to do! Yep, my WAY YOUNGER little sister ;-) ha!

[flatsignedbooks]

wow! THANKS! As a nurse, this is one thing I want to learn, Ya never know when it may come in handy!

[laurensmusicsign]

I thought that I had replied to you, flatsignedbooks, but perhaps that was on another video?! Anyway, thank you for commenting - I'm glad you liked it! Also, thank YOU for becoming a nurse! My mom is one as well, so nurses and teachers are right up there for me. :-)

[TomPusslicker33]

This video is really great. I dont know if you or your daughter is deaf, but one of my best friends is, and i learned signing for her. This is a great song, and great video.

And i would agree with previous comments, mom is a very attractive young woman.;).. but cute kid too. i hope your daughter continues to learn to sign.

[paganbullfrog]

MY THEME SONG! No, really, it is. I'll give you three guesses as to my first name ;-)

[Akalovexx]

Agreed. I'd tap that.

[Conflikt420]

Mom is a hottie !!

[gordworsnop]

That's a beautiful gift you have.

Thanks so much for sharing ... Gord W.

[cowfarmer666]

Me and My son would watch you sign, he was deaf and had C.P. he passed away 10-22-10 I was having a bad day and started looking at things we watched on youtube thank you for posting. if you would like to know more about Jake you can go to jake the cop . c o m there is a link to a news paper article that tells his story.

[neoneo199]

cute!kawaii!

[ethyleen1]

Awesome! I Love This.

[mandieandsarah]

Just want to say this is an awesome way to do a song, I have never thought of that. I learnt sign language a couples years back and I loved it and it is awesome to know it.

Just want to say GREAT JOB :)