A married woman has the same natural right to acquire and hold property, and to make all contracts that she is mentally competent to make reasonably, as has a married man, or any other man.
Lysander SpoonerRead
Texting has definitely improved the communication between the deaf and hearing communities, but it shouldn't be... a substitute for learning the language to really connect with someone, especially someone you want to date or have a relationship with.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Texting helps bridge communication gaps, but it's essential to learn the language for deeper connections.
Millicent Simmonds emphasizes the importance of not relying solely on texting to communicate, especially in relationships. While technology allows for easier interaction between deaf and hearing individuals, true connection requires a deeper understanding and learning of the language, which fosters more meaningful relationships.
Themes
CommunicationLanguageRelationshipsConnectionTechnology
In practice
Example use cases
During a workshop on improving communication skills, this quote was shared to highlight the importance of understanding languages in relationships.
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