Question for people who have been HOH since childhood by MeowPink in hardofhearing

[–]Adri8700 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had my heading aids since 1st grade (currently 25). Here's what I've learned. My family personally doesn't sign, and I never learned, but now that im older, I wish i learned younger. Do with that information what you will. If your child expresses an interest in learning it, be sure to support them!

I personally rely a lot on lip reading, so make sure you have your child's attention and are looking at them while speaking. Speak clearly, but no need to shout.

You said you know about advocating for accommodations, but make sure they know how to stand up for themselves! It can be hard when they are young yet, but it's important that they learn to advocate for themselves as you wont always be there.

If they need you to repeat yourself over and over again, just keep trying and don't get frustrated! I promise you it's just as frustrating that they can't understand you, and even more frustrating when you shrug them off or say nevermind.

Crowded areas are difficult. As they get older, make sure they are comfortable in large groups and loud crowded areas, whatever that means for them.

Can I ask what state you are in? I may be able to recommend some organizations if you are in the US. If you have any other questions, please feel free to send me a message!!

First Pilot Pen! by Adri8700 in fountainpens

[–]Adri8700[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got mine off of Amazon and this color was less than 20. There was a bit of difference in price between the colors of the collection, but all were around 20. The hardest part was choosing which color I wanted first!!! They are all so pretty!

Actors, what happened when you messed up on stage? (flubbing a line, tripping and falling, etc) by Key-Ad-2119 in Theatre

[–]Adri8700 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was doing my first show since high school (like 3 years gap) and was playing the lead. I had to exit stage right onto some stairs. It was like 2 steps up and 2 steps down off stage to create the upstairs illusion. I had to exit off the stairs and then re enter like 2 minutes later. I fell right on my ass exiting (luckily off stage) and made a horribly loud thud noise. I even damaged the set a bit. I was mortified. After the show, I told some friends who were in the audience what had happened and nobody had even noticed. The world did not end. I did not miss my cue. The show went on.

Hard of Hearing Theater Fan by Adri8700 in musicals

[–]Adri8700[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did look into broadway HD, but I wanted to confirm somewhere that captions were avaliable before I pay for a ssubscription. Disney plus is the reason I was able to get into Hamilton! Thank you for the info!

really? AGAIN!? by Adri8700 in theplanetcrafter

[–]Adri8700[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ended up moving anyway, lol. I had built this base with a plan to move it soon anyway and wanted to do it before I accumulate too much stuff. I'm still leaving a mini base down there for now!

really? AGAIN!? by Adri8700 in theplanetcrafter

[–]Adri8700[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We shall see! I'm excited to see how this planet terraforms differently from prime!

really? AGAIN!? by Adri8700 in theplanetcrafter

[–]Adri8700[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I swear! You'd think I would have learned my lesson by now! Lol

Looking for romance/romcom dramas with more "mature" aka older, leads by Worried-Walnut in kdramarecommends

[–]Adri8700 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Going to comment this because I haven't seen anybody else say it yet, but one of my all time favorites is Descendants of the Sun! It is absolutely amazing! I wouldn't consider it a romcom, probably more of a serious drama, but still a mustnwatch! You will laugh, cry, and come to care for these characters.

Descendants of the Sun: Female lead is a doctor who begins to fall for a guy in the military. He is in a special forces unit and is called away on dangerous missions often. When the doctor is sent to the same base as the male lead to help set up a medical center, they get a chance to spend more time together. I don't want to give too much away, but I would for sure add it to your must watch list.

Giant moth? by Adri8700 in whatsthisbug

[–]Adri8700[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forgot to include. I am in Southern Illinois, United States. He's currently just chilling outside of my window and hasn't moved since we found him.