A Rant

I don't have self-esteem issues.
(Certainly not because of my hearing)
My hearing impairment is no big deal.
I'm used to these minor adjustments.
They've been there for most of my life.
I don't view myself as disadvantaged.
I wish you wouldn't.

There is more to me than the university I attend.
Yes, it's a great achievement.
That's not the point.
You should be asking if I'm happy.
Never mind.
I know you need something you can measure.

Long monologues about how proud you are
Rather than trying to listen
To me talking about something I'm interested in.

We work fine
Without your commentary
Shaking our foundations.
It doesn't matter
That you don't understand.

We don't need external approval.