[Diver Dave]

Beautiful selection of Christmas music, Aqua, and the graphics as well.

I was especially drawn to Do You Hear What I Hear?

For several years, I have been losing my hearing due in part to being exposed to loud noises in the constuction industy. Four or five years ago, my family surprised me at Christmas time with a hearing aid. WOW! What a difference it made.

Some folks have questioned, "A hearing aid? Not a very personal gift." Quite the contrary, it doesn't get much more personal than hearing the soft voices of grandchildren.

As time progressed, I began suffering greater loss. It becomes irritating to me as well as others when I have to ask for someone to repeat themselves, or rely on Mrsd to repeat what has been said.

Last week I received an early Christmas present - a second aid. My hearing ability had dimished to the point that 2 is better one. The next day I was brought to tears when I heard Logan's soft voice, clearly and distinctly the first time. I didn't have to bend down to his face to hear him or ask him to speak directly to my face. I was also able to reduce the volume on the TV and turn off close-caption.

So, in answer to the song's writer, Yes, I Do Hear What You Hear - and maybe a little more.

Praise the Lord for His Excellent Greatness. Praise His Holy Name!

[Aquamarine]

I didn't know this about your hearing. It's so wonderful to know that you are able to clearly hear your grandchildren now.
Praise God.

[luvie]

Oh, DD, you just made me cry talking about hearing Logan's soft voice. Thank God the hearing aids worked for you. God bless you at this Christmas season...and always! (((hugs)))

[deadhead]

"So, in answer to the song's writer, Yes, I Do Hear What You Hear - and maybe a little more."

Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones, Diver Dave.

Lovely thread, Aqua...beautiful music.

[Billie]

Last week I received an early Christmas present - a second aid. My hearing ability had dimished to the point that 2 is better one. The next day I was brought to tears when I heard Logan's soft voice, clearly and distinctly the first time.

What a sweet post, Dave. But no surprise there. :)

[daisyscarlett]

I suffer from congenital hearing loss in one year. A few years ago, at the suggestion of my family, friends, ENT doctor and audiologist, I acquired a hearing aid. The first sound I heard when I left the audiology office was birds chirping...sounds I had not heard for many years...I was positively enthralled and have never forgotten that moment.

Love when you post tidbits about Logan David and Christian...

[ST.LOUIE1]

The next day I was brought to tears when I heard Logan's soft voice, clearly and distinctly the first time.
I didn't have to bend down to his face to hear him or ask him to speak directly to my face.

Gave me chills, Diver. What a beautiful gift being able to hear is.

You're a special guy, Dave, all good things should come to you.

Oooops! Got a bit maudlin' there. Must be the Christmas Spirit workin' on me. : )

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you, Aqua, for this Lovely Thread! And Thank you to Everyone for the Wonderful Things I've Seen Here! Our Lord Bless you All!

Praise the Lord for His Excellent Greatness. Praise His Holy Name!

My Heart is Welling with Love for our King because of your Exaltation of him, Diver Dave! Glory to Him for His Mercies and Lovingkindness Towards you!

[The Mayor]

That is a great story Dave, my wife is almost deaf in her left ear. I have got to get her one, she is always saying, what?

I can only imagine the sounds you can now hear like a sweet babys voice, how sweet.

So far I have been Blessed after 30 years in the construction business, my hearing is great, I hear things I wish I didn't.

[DollyCali]

what a wonderful gift Dave. I have two digital sota - CIC's.. also a gift from a friend a few years ago.. and a 9,000 gift isn't something to laugh at.

I too lost my hearing from abuse. Heavy duty use of chain saws, mulchers etc over the years..

thanks for your loving story..

do you hear what I hear? amazing the prospective isn't it?

:-)

[MEG33]

Well, there go my sniffles again..What a beautiful gift..to be able to hear Logan's sweet voice.

A wonderful Christmas story! I thank God you can hear it,too.

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi Diver Dave
That's so wonderful the hearing aids work. I will say a prayer they continue to work for you. To read about the grandchildren and their little voices made me so happy for you. I wish You and Your Family a Merry Christmas.