Worth Sharing

WS

Stories That Matter

# Home

Deaf Girl Adopted From China Hears Mother for the First Time

avatar By Jeanne Goddard

10 Mar 2013 42 views
Size Print
Email
Deaf Girl Adopted From China Hears Mother for the First Time
Thanks to a cochlear implant, a 5-year-old hearing impaired girl adopted from China was able to hear her mother's voice for the first time.

A Tulsa family was finally able to adopt a 5-year-old hearing impaired girl from China with whom they fell in love last June.

On Tuesday, thanks to a cochlear implant, their daughter was able to hear for the first time. When the device was activated, she heard her mother's voice and the little girl's face lit up as she toward the sound.

(WATCH the video below or READ the story from KJRH)

Tags:
avatar

About author

More posts

# Home

Halloween Candy Safe, After All

There has never been a single confirmed serious injury from “tainted treats” having been altered by a stranger since fears began spreading among the public in the late 50’s.

# Home

D.C. SmartBike Revolution (Video)

DC is the first city in the nation to start a cycle sharing program like those in Paris and Barcelona. The new bike rental program, ideal for commuters, costs just $40.00 per year to join.

You might be interested in

Be the first to comment

Leave a Comment

Recent Stories
  • A Heartfelt Reminder to Appreciate the Ones We Love
    05 Sep 114 Views
  • Cherish the Woman Who Stands by You
    05 Sep 98 Views
  • Breaking Generational Cycles of Pain
    05 Sep 91 Views
  • Living by Your Own Values, Not Others' Approval
    05 Sep 114 Views
  • When Life Brings Rain, It’s Okay to Rest
    05 Sep 548 Views
  • Before You Judge Someone's Life, Take a Moment to Walk in Their Shoes.
    05 Sep 238 Views