Sign Language at Panera Bread, Inc

Hanging out at Panera Bread, Inc. enjoying their free wifi I was approached by a person begging for food. This was the second time in 2 weeks that this same person. He handed me a card explaining he was deaf. Thankfully, I know Sign Language.

The first time I asked if he knew Sign Language (not all deaf do).

He answered, "yes."

I asked where he lived.

He spelled, "Motel." He asks for food, but I could not help him.

The second time was today and he again handed me the card and asked for food. Perhaps I am not memorable? Either way I asked him more questions.

"I remember you from last time. Do you know any other deaf?"

"Yes, I am deaf."

Again I asked if he knew any other deaf, but in a different way.

He, unfortunately, just shrugged as if he didn't understand me.

Is he really deaf?

At least I got to practice. :)