Joy Pyles

November 21, 2007

I didn’t realize how challenging this project would be and how much I would appreciate other’s contributions. I want to thank Mrs. McComas for spending time with me in her office, helping me take what I wanted to say and figure out how to say it.

I’m also thankful for my classmates, Caroline and Traci, who reviewed my paper and gave me constructive feedback to enhance it. Some of my other classmates, Marissa, Deidra and Linsey, were also very supportive and helpful when I wasn’t confident in my work.

Everyone involved in The L, staff and students, helped me realize how great of a profession this is and gave me a chance to watch as the children learned to listen and communicate; thanks for everything you’re doing.

I would like to thank Ryan Poole, my Flickr friend, who was very helpful in the making of this video. He was not hesitant to allow me to use his photos and so graciously provided me with an audio clip, telling the story of his son and his cochlear implant. This project wouldn’t be the same without your input.

I also want to thank my dad, who spent a lot of time helping me with last minute editing details and computer glitches when my brain could no longer function.

Thanks everyone!