It is a little after one' oclock in the morning. One of the biggest blessings I have received as a recipient of a cochlear implant is the HUGE community of cochlear implant users out there. I have made new friends and met some of my online friends at a convention this past summer. I could not have asked for a more dedicated group of supporters. They will talk you through any fears you have prior to surgery, encourage you when you are recuperating, cheer you on, encourage you when things are a little off, celebrate your "Wow"! moments, offer advice, all without bias.
These folks have walked the walk and talked the talk. They will even talk to people who are scared of the very idea of getting a cochlear implant. I do not regret getting a cochlear implant one bit. It was the right decision for me.
I am still a deaf person with a cochlear implant. But how wonderful it is to hear with the speech processor, for eight to twelve hours a day.
Hearing is such a gift.
Happy New Year, Everyone!
