In my sense. I don't really see a distinction, just an understanding of culture, and the acceptance of ones self. I have both hearing and Deaf friends. I prefer to sign over talking because J have had complaints that my voice is too loud lol.
My Deaf friends accept me for me. I don't see why there should be labels. My friends see me as me, with an awesome language! My sister she and I have a language that my parents do not know!
I love who I am, and I think thats what some try to get others to understand. If you don't accept who you are, then just who are you?
Also, those HoH individuals who go the Deaf for help do tend to find people who understand. I should know, I am a late Deafened girl lol! All my Deaf friends see me as Deaf, and I accept myself as just that. Well, thats just what I think lol! Thought I would give my two cents fo whatever its worth.
Have a happy day!
