Allison

Night fell swiftly, and before I knew it, I was engrossed in an online lecture crucial for my school project. The soft glow of my iPad illuminated my face as I scribbled notes.

A knock at the door broke the silence. Nina rose from the bed, a gentle smile on her face, and made her way to the door. She opened it, revealing Sally, my sister, standing in the hallway with a bright smile.

"Hey, Sally, what's up?" I asked, pausing the lecture and pushing my iPad aside. Sally waved, her eyes sparkling, and sat down beside me.

She began to sign, her hands moving deftly as she communicated...