I have come to realize that I am Deaf in 1988.
I have been raised orally. So when I attended to a deaf summer camp. I came to realize. I am Deaf.
Good to see that you are being acceptive to who you are.
First time I pulled my hair up in public, and I was not ashamed of having a hearing aid or being different. First time I felt NOT embarrassed when someone asked me about my deafness.
Good to feel free!
I complement you CBE. 
