Can you hear me now?
No, I’m not talking about the old Verizon commercial here…
Such a simple question with such deep meaning when we think about language development.
Let me digress for a just a second…
Sometimes I have to step back and remind myself of all that I’m grateful for.
As I’m writing this, it’s November, and the holiday season for many of us is a chance for reflection and remembrance.
Yes, I’m grateful for my family and friends.
Yes, I’m grateful for my business and the clients I serve.
Yes, I’m grateful for shelter and transportation.
But I’m also grateful for a capable body that can move without assistance.
And I’m grateful for the ability to see and tell the difference between whether something is close to me or far away.
As I’m sitting here in a coffee shop listening to music on my headphones, I’m reminded that I am also grateful for the ability to hear clearly.
Through my headphones I can hear the barista clanging dishes and conversations at a nearby table. And I’m grateful for the ability to tune out background noise to focus on what’s important.
Hearing
Like any of our sensory systems, is important to monitor as our children develop, as it can affect so many other aspects of life.