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Old Tue Feb 08, 2011, 01:11am
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Originally Posted by Camron Rust View Post
You might be surprised about that. I work with a deaf person (100% deaf) and her ability to read lips is absolutely amazing. She is an active and accurate participant in conversations on just about any topic....as long as you're facing her. It impresses me every day.
We have 2 Deaf referees in our association. I have enjoyed every time I have worked with either of them. Both lip read very well and have great mechanics. When driving home I have to keep the map light turned on so they can see my lips, otherwise we would drive in silence.
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