The silence of sign language

Silent speech…

Watching is istening...

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Carlo: And how was the Diocletian Termini?

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Antonio: Amazing, of course. The structure, the sculptures, yes. But most impressive was a sign language workshop.

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Carlo: Inside?

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Antonio: Upstairs. 25 deaf people. All young. A leader was commenting on their individual performances performed on video explaining the exhibits.

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Carlo: In sign language?

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Antonio: All in sign language. The room was so quiet.

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Carlo: Just the fluttering of the hands?

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Antonio: Very occasionally, a voice, a laugh, a cough.

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Voice-over

As we age, we appreciate subdued conversations. And as deafness descends, sign language may be an optional voice.

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