Chase

I'm so glad cued speech helps some people. It goes back to the old line, "Different strokes for different folks."

Of the samples I've seen by even practiced cuers, I find it distracting to reading lips. It ranks right up there with covering the mouth while talking, continually nodding for emphasis, or giving me profiles of the face while speaking to me.

When speakers do any of the above, I ask for the reasonable accommadation to try for less distractions and a more direct angle. If they won't comply, I ask that they write to me if they can't sign.

I realize I'm not the perfect candidate for cued speech, but my considered opinion is it's not for me.