“Thoughts of a Deaf Child”
By Stephen J. Bellitz
My family knew I was deaf
when I was only three
And since then, fifteen years ago,
Have never signed to me.
I know when I’m around my house
I try and use my voice.
It makes them feel more comfortable.
For me I have no choice.
I try to communicate their way
Uncomfortable for me.
My parents wouldn’t learn to sign.
Ashamed or Apathy?
I never cared much about the sound
of radios and bands.
What hurts me is I never heard
My parents signing hands.
