New Year's Resolutions

[mixed_biscuits]

I'm going to find a Russian conversation class. I spent a long time learning Russian at university and it kills me how crap I've let myself become.

I've started learning Russian - I'm hoping that it will open up the other Slavonic languages for me too.

My method: learn pronunciation -> create laminated record cards with vocab on; note connections to other languages and possibilities for mnemonics (eg. pameedor or tomat = pomodoro Italian or tomato English; naproteef = opposite (as in I'm 'now pro-teeth' (whereas before I was against them)) -> create cards with grammar rules -> grammar exercises, lots of -> read, watch, listen.

I basically create my resources before the proper study begins.

So I guess that's my resolution: to learn Russian.

Am definitely feeling the 'give up internet' resolution - I've done a solid 2 weeks of 6 hrs/day Russian this holiday (I have relaxation issues), which I've only managed to do because the pc was out of bounds. Had this not been the case, I doubt I would have managed more than 6 hours all told.

Are there any progs out there that for disablement of internets?

 

[Mr. Tea]

Are there any progs out there that for disablement of internets?

http://www.turnofftheinternet.com/

 

[nomadthethird]

I've started learning Russian - I'm hoping that it will open up the other Slavonic languages for me too.

My method: learn pronunciation -> create laminated record cards with vocab on; note connections to other languages and possibilities for mnemonics (eg. pameedor or tomat = pomodoro Italian or tomato English; naproteef = opposite (as in I'm 'now pro-teeth' (whereas before I was against them)) -> create cards with grammar rules -> grammar exercises, lots of -> read, watch, listen.

I basically create my resources before the proper study begins.

So I guess that's my resolution: to learn Russian.

Am definitely feeling the 'give up internet' resolution - I've done a solid 2 weeks of 6 hrs/day Russian this holiday (I have relaxation issues), which I've only managed to do because the pc was out of bounds. Had this not been the case, I doubt I would have managed more than 6 hours all told.

Are there any progs out there that for disablement of internets?

I like how Russian has no definite articles.

Have you ever tried Rosetta Stone? It's really expensive but apparently it works well. I've heard.

 

[mixed_biscuits]

I like how Russian has no definite articles.

Have you ever tried Rosetta Stone? It's really expensive but apparently it works well. I've heard.

Yes, I like that too - economical. On the other hand, I don't quite like the verbal 'aspects.'

I've heard of Rosetta Stone but haven't tried it. I'm trying to avoid spending much money or sitting in front of a screen for too long.

 

[nomadthethird]

Yes, I like that too - economical. On the other hand, I don't quite like the verbal 'aspects.'

I've heard of Rosetta Stone but haven't tried it. I'm trying to avoid spending much money or sitting in front of a screen for too long.

Yeah, I get eye strain from trying to read too much on screens, I usually print stuff out if I really want to retain it.

I just found a guy who sells all the RS version 2 software (15-20 languages in all) on one "master disc" for $35, but I'm not sure I'll buy it.

 

[mixed_biscuits]

I just found a guy who sells all the RS version 2 software (15-20 languages in all) on one "master disc" for $35, but I'm not sure I'll buy it.

Sounds like a good deal - who knows when you might need to gen up on something.

 

[crackerjack]

Mine was to dangle upside down and naked from a charilift.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/shared/spl/hi/pop_ups/08/americas_enl_1231348412/html/1.stm

Job done, now on with the rest of the year.

 

[STN]

spend less money on pre-prepared food. Speaking of which, anyone got any packed lunch ideas? I am allergic to shellfish so no lobster bisque please.

 

[Mr. Tea]

spend less money on pre-prepared food.

As opposed to post-prepared food?

 

[STN]

As opposed to post-prepared food?

got any useful lunch recipes, dad?

 

[Mr. Tea]

got any useful lunch recipes, dad?

Just make loads of dinner, then you can take in leftovers the next day and heat them up (if you have access to a microwave, of course). I'm about to tuck into steak, ale and mushroom pie. YES.

 

[STN]

I do do that, but worry about what can go in the microwave without making me ill (i grew up around Amish people and i am suspicious of microwaves).

 

[vimothy]

Just don't ever use it for anything or look at it directly when it's on and you'll be fine.

 

[Sick Boy]

I think I am going to watch more sports this year.
I'm also going to try and stay in more often.
Which is convenient, really.