As you scolded me for not cleaning up, I stood there, unable to defend myself Born with weak ears considering myself as deaf, I relied on hearing aids, but I couldn’t find the words to explain myself Desperately, I began signing, though I didn’t even know sign language, trying to convey that I was in a hurry

Your yelling only grew louder, making the hearing aid squeal painfully in my ear Frustrated and overwhelmed, I yanked it out and threw it to the floor Tears stinging my eyes, I bolted to my room, slamming the door behind me Finally alone, I let out quiet sobs, feeling utterly defeated