February 9/12

[Nora Mann]

I didn't get a chance to post last week in response to my tutor sessions with Haya... I am absolutely shocked how quickly I am starting to remember hebrew numbers, simple phrases, colors and months. Over the past two weeks we were introduced to these ideas and words- but now I can remember them off hand. As I review these and new ideas every week now, I am becoming a lot more confident.Spelling has always been difficult for me... With english I find that it is easier to hear certain sounds but I am struggling a little more in Hebrew. Sometimes, when writing in cursive, I miss an entire letter but I can pronounce the word correctly. It is weird to me that I miss something so large but I am a lot more interested in being able to speak and sound words out.I think I have almost officially learned all the hebrew letters in print and cursive. Print has been very easy for me to read, while cursive is sometimes more difficult. Regardless, Haya has really been there whenever I have had a question. She said she would meet more than two times a week too- which is going to be even more helpful for me. I think I learn more studying on my own- but reviewing with someone like her- someone who knows exact pronunciation and new words- really helps me improve!I'm very excited with my progress and hope it only gets better.