Before ASL, I did not fit in anywhere. Deaf children need not only the ability to communicate, but a core group of deaf peers just like them.
Your Laughs Are Music to My Eyes
I don't need to hear your laughs. I can see each laugh's uniqueness through my eyes.
I don’t need to hear your laughs. I can see each laugh’s uniqueness through my eyes.
When Our Words and Acts are Full of Love, We Win
We do not need to feel sick with hate, but instead we should feel charged with love for our community.
We do not need to feel sick with hate, but instead we should feel charged with love for our community.
Teach Your Deaf Child to be Thirsty for Knowledge
Everyone, including deaf children, should be taught to be curious.
Everyone, including deaf children, should be taught to be curious.
Your Deaf Kids and the Dinner Table
For hearing parents of deaf children, who have not learned to sign.
Is it Possible to Find Zen in the Kitchen Sink?
J. Parrish Lewis is looking for peace while washing dishes.
Your Deaf Kids and the Hearing World
There will be struggles and challenges, but as a parent, you can help your kids through all them.
I Don’t Need to Hear to Drive My Car
It took some extra effort, but J. Parrish Lewis passed his driving test and has loved the freedom of the road ever since.
I Can’t Always Lip-Read You, and Please Stop Shouting
Not all deaf people are the same, but here are some honest and helpful tips for thinking through your interactions.
You are Always You, No Matter How Much You Change
Our past, present and future is all connected.