I've been thinking about going there for years; I'm hoping I can stay there.

This is a good place for the deaf. There are a lot of services if you need a tutor, help with school.

I like it here, because a lot of my deaf friends are here. I can sit and chat.

Well, I tell you, I don't know that he's been kidnapped. I should say I'm hoping he's been kidnapped as opposed to having been killed initially. Because if he's been kidnapped, there's a possibility that he's alive.

I was hoping it would stay in the ballpark. I kept my eye on it. I was hoping I wouldn't smash into the wall.

I like new challenges -- I'm following someone strong, ... I'm hoping this will be the place to stay.