This afternoon we were able to share a small yet important amount of time with a group of families who have at least one parent who is deaf or deaf and no speech.
Hearing, Dilanee speak, with translation by Diana and then signed by a third person was incredible. These families have less than most and yet they demonstrated how the seemed to have closer bonds than many we had seen. The whole family played games together, some Dad's helping with craft work.
The atmosphere was remarkable and wonderful to be part of. Particularly striking was the perseverance that many showed at the tasks they were doing, determination and pleasure written all over their faces. The quiet encouragement of parents of their children to do tasks but then becoming engaged themselves and finally the look of achievement was inspirational to witness.
My parting memory will be how much those there wished to repay kindness to them with a smile, a handshake and in the case of one father a loving hug and smile.
The evening was another rewarding experience, lovely company, lovely food , lovely families.
Chris
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