Comments on Aaron Cues: Socialization Amidst Hearing People

Excellent article!Actually, you might be alarmed t...

2007-12-13T20:31:00.000-06:00

Excellent article!

Actually, you might be alarmed to know that many Deaf people equate CI's with cultural genocide and eugenics. In fact, many Deaf routinely claim that "enemies" of Deaf culture are people who "drill holes into people's skulls and implant magnets."

I don't want to burst anyone's trouble, but the way things are now, there is trouble on the horizon with regard to

Poor - I'm glad that you shared your story with us...

2007-12-13T19:52:00.000-06:00

Poor -

I'm glad that you shared your story with us. I do understand your hesitation when it comes to learning ASL. I say go for it. In my experience I've found many supportive deaf adults who will go out of their way to help me develop my signing skills. You might come across people who are close-minded or ignorant, but don't let that deter you.

Paula -

Thanks for

Hi Aaron, I just read your thoughtful post. I grew...

2007-12-13T18:39:00.000-06:00

Hi Aaron, I just read your thoughtful post. I grew up with a progressive hearing loss and wore 2 hearing aids for most of my life. My daughter also had a progressive hearing loss until we were both implanted five years ago. We now have 2 cochlear implants each and really enjoy the freedom they give us to communicate with the world at large. We are both oral.

My daughter attended the

Thank you for making your post. Your posts so far ...

2007-12-13T15:47:00.000-06:00

Thank you for making your post. Your posts so far have been very interesting and have provided some fodder for thought. I'd like to put my two cents in case you're interested in my story.

I became profoundly deaf when I was an infant due to an allergic reaction to a vaccination, and my deafness was diagnosed a few months later on. I'm from a very large Hispanic-American family where

you're cool.

2007-12-13T15:07:00.000-06:00

you're cool.