These face masks can be worn by anyone and everyone, they are fun colors and patterns and give a message of hope and perseverance during these times. They express the will of the human spirit and encourage everyone to keep their heads up and their hope alive. The pandemic introduced an entire new set of problems for those with disabilities, especially those with hearing issues who rely on reading lips. It's already difficult to project and enunciate wearing a face mask, yet this problem becomes twofold for those who communicate through the visual of people's mouths as they speak. New mask designs which featured a clear, see-through window at the front allowed deaf and audio-challenged individuals to communicate with others while protecting themselves from the virus. 

          Instructions for making your own clear window masks are in circulation, as well as masks that alert people to one's hearing loss. Tensions were running high as people faced supply shortages, employment loss, and uncertainties from their government legislations. These masks can be helpful to both the wearer and the maker, they spread some humor and joy during one of the hardest experiences the world has collectively faced. In times of politically charged sentiments, these masks make protecting your body a little more fun!

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