Society has, at times, gawked at my parents. People stare, sneer, or mock my parents while my parents are signing. As a result of these occurrences, I have become a very sensitive person. I do not appreciate the inconsiderate thoughts and actions of people. But not all society treats deaf people in this crude manner.
Some people show much sincerity and yearn to know more about sign language and our culture.
I have, on numerous occasions, taught my friends, family, neighbors, and even teachers sign language. It fills my heart with joy to see hearing people interested and fascinated with sign language. Therefore, with my bicultural experience, I intend to enroll at Penn State University and major in communications. Then after I graduate, I have plans to become an interpreter for the deaf within our judicial system. I would like to further the progress that has been accomplished by the deaf world.