John smiles widely, glad for the very practical question and no "oh my god, why aren't you talking???" But then, it's Rose - the practical, no hysterics approach is very her.

He takes the notebook back with a shake of his head.

i can usually read lips all right. unless you know asl?

He kind of hopes she does, though he's not holding his breath. He probably would've heard about it if she did. Still, it would make this less tedious.