September 29, 2015

When “Never Mind” Goes Both Ways

Stephanie Booth and I share a pet peeve: being told “Never mind, it’s not that important” after an individual repeats themselves a few times. Most people give up on trying to […]
February 16, 2015
support for people with hearing loss

Talk To Me: Getting Along

For much of the past 37 years in which I’ve been, let’s say, “engaged in hearing loss,” I’ve played the good soldier. I reject labels like “suffering from,” and try […]
July 10, 2014
interview with a deaf audiologist

Your Audiologist — A Life-Long Relationship

It was another “normal day” at the office. My schedule was full of hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, and follow-up appointments. No boring routine, as each client was unique in […]
January 3, 2013

Dating, Marriage & Hearing Loss.

Dating and marrying a man with profound hearing loss comes with its own set of challenges – and rewards.