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Can't follow up. I talked to the cousin when she came to visit. I also am not allowed to call there and ask. Confidentiality and resident privacy rules. But I think you are right. It's probably about money. And honestly the place is crappy. I only loved it because I got to help people.

Sorry I have been gone a while. I have been depressed. I lost my job because I did suggest to the family about finding a better place more suited to the guy's needs. The boss found out and I got the axe. I really loved what I did, too. But hopefully I will have a new job soon. interview tomorrow...

This might be something you like, maybe not. Skype on computer allows video calls and text at the same time. If your family is being stubborn because they want things to 'feel more personal' maybe you could suggest they do skype. It is free and not bad. but this is only one option. I am sure...

Beautiful dance hands speak more than voice can say I want to dance too

I do not know much about the deaf world around I wish to learn more

You have a good point, I did not even consider what your perception of normal is. I'm sorry. I have a little trouble hearing myself, and though the tests came back 'normal' I ask what a lot and irritate people. It might be a problem with concentration but even when I am trying VERY hard to pay...

You know I noticed that. Even though Nathen (He's my friendly one. So sweet!) stares into space a lot, when I DO get his attention his facial cues help me a lot.

I will have to check that out. I want to make sure I am learning right! Thanks!!

LOL yeah... I knew it would happen sooner or later, just not THIS much sooner. :)

Wow...we as a group are just....stupid. I can hardly believe some people say those kinds of things or act like it's a punishment for sins and act so foolish. I had really hoped people as a whole had come further than that.... I almost feel bad being sort of part of that group.Ii mean, I don't...

Oh! Thank you! very kind! I'll try not to get upset. I really don't want to get lumped in with the, pardon my language, but, hearing assholes. And yes, I know plenty of them. :( Assholes come in ALL languages. More's the pity

So...for anyone who is willing to answer this.... What is it REALLY like to be deaf? What kind of hardships do you face, what are the things you find yourself liking, or grateful for? What would you change if you could, or would you change anything at all? Is it difficult dealing with 'hearies'...

No kidding! There are days he makes me look dumb.

Thank you! That makes me feel MUCH more confident asking things. I want to learn as much as I possibly can. And maybe even teach my son! I'm sure it'll help him sometime down the road! Not to mention it's just plain awesome. He can already count to eleven! I'm so proud! hate to admit...he's...

Actually that was extremely helpful, thank you. My personal belief is not that one or the other is superior, but it is a language barrier to be broken. I simply wish to understand the language and the culture and apply it to my own life as well. I certainly hope that's a good reason, it's really...

Oh before I forget, Sallylou, the dancing Harry Potter guys is fricking AWESOME. I am a huge fan and I just love that thing!!!

Thank you very much. I really do try to treat others the way I would like to be treated myself. It's just that I really do not know very much and sometimes I am afraid to ask because I do not want to say the wrong thing accidentally. There is nothing I could find in my area for hoh or deaf...

I found something online called signing naturally. It has vocabulary that is spoken and signed, but there aren't any printed words. I have no idea if you are deaf or hearing, but I hope you find this useful. It's helping me, though I am admittedly rather slow..

I don't mean to come off as dumb, but, what exactly is an audist? Would someone explain to me please? I hear but an trying to learn ASL because it is beautiful and practical. I would really like to learn more about the deaf community as well so I do not accidentally come of as a jerk. Does...

Thank you so much for the tip! I finally got one of my guys to start signing to me. I'm not very good but he's fairly expressive and that helps. A LOT. It also helps me to learn. Come to find out they DO seem to be just a little on the autistic side, but both are still VERY smart. Maybe a little...