I Sign. I Wander.

Diversity and Deaf
I Sign. I Wander. The deaf community is diverse.  We’ve been reminded of that since the Deaf episode of ABC’s You Can’t Ask That went live on Friday morning. Since sharing my thoughts about the episode, I’ve had people notify me that they were hurt by my comments. I’ve had people comment about how they were re-questioning their… Continue Reading Diversity and Deaf
Sat, Apr 06 2019

Twenty Eighteen
I Sign. I Wander. With 2018 approaching its end, I revisit my tradition of reflecting on the year that was by writing a post about it. I skipped this last year due to the insane amount of stress I was under. XVIII Australian Deaf Games After 18 months of blood, sweat and tears, the most anticipated event of the… Continue Reading Twenty Eighteen
Mon, Dec 31 2018

Review: Paris is Fine
I Sign. I Wander. Deafferent Theatre is at Melbourne Fringe for the third year in a row, and they’ve surprised us with TWO new performances! Having been a part of the Deafferent family the last two years, I was pleasantly surprised as a member of the audience this year…and I loved it! Paris is Fine is Deafferent Theatre’s first-ever… Continue Reading Review: Paris is Fine
Tue, Sep 25 2018

Books about Deaf Culture and People
I Sign. I Wander. In recognition of National Week of Deaf People in Australia and International Week of Deaf People, I thought it was time I compiled a list of books about deaf people, deaf culture and deaf history.  Deaf Gain: Raising the Stakes for Human Diversity H-Dirksen L. Bauman and Joseph J. Murray If you wanted to learn more… Continue Reading Books about Deaf Culture and P...
Mon, Sep 24 2018

Dating Colby
I Sign. I Wander. Growing up as a deaf person in a hearing world, it was normal for me to be dating hearing people as I grew up speaking and lipreading. Having parents that speak and hear, having a partner who was able to do both was a bonus for them because they were able to communicate with them.… Continue Reading Dating Colby
Wed, May 02 2018

Becoming a Deaf Expat
I Sign. I Wander. Some of you may be wondering just what the h*ck I’ve been doing for the past few weeks! Well, I have moved to Shanghai. For a new job opportunity that I could not refuse. I also cannot lie: I am also loving the ‘expat’ experience in Shanghai. The vibe of the city is just incredible… Continue Reading Becoming a Deaf Expat
Wed, May 02 2018

A Year Full of Sounds
I Sign. I Wander. It’s been a year since the switch-on of my cochlear implant. I cannot seem to find words to explain how I feel about this, but it’s been an incredible journey. You probably have seen the video of my switch-on when I livestreamed it via Facebook. As I said before, this was to educate others on… Continue Reading A Year Full of Sounds
Wed, May 02 2018