'Special:' A Poem Written By a Mom For Her Special Needs Son When you start thinking about becoming a Mom the first things that pop into your mind is whether you will have a boy or a girl, what will the name be and what they will be when they grow up. This poem speaks to the need that we all have to be accepted fro who we are. But special needs moms are unique The leading role they're about to play. Your winning smiles and laughter, I thank the creator of all, Log in. As I watch the rise and fall of your sleeping chest I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life because she is doing my work as surely as if she is here by my side. They where our vehicle to complete happiness, Riyan Cook. When you start thinking about becoming a Mom the first things that pop into your mind is whether you will have a boy or a girl, what will the name be and what they will be when they grow up. Its because as I struggle to understand neurodiversity through Different Brains, the experience of it becomes more poignant by the day. I like to let go at the top of a slide ", "But, Lord, I don't think she even believes in you. She talks about her frustration when hearing other children make fun of her daughter. And you will meet a whole new group of people you would never have met. All other content on this website is Copyright 2006-2023 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. He makes me so proud If she cant separate herself from the child occasionally she wont survive. But maybe he sent them here That they may have a host of other medical conditions that come along with Down Syndrome -- congenital heart defects, low muscle tone, and hearing issues. and they're all bragging about what a wonderful time they had there. For our children we are more than moms you say. Below is a poem I have written to describe my feelings as a special needs mom. You see, the child I'm going to give her has his own world. when I left my mother To take it moment by moment Our neighbors dear friends of . It is like this . By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. He weighed 3 pounds 14 ounces. You graced my life though another way, She is so beautiful, loving, and supportive. "Although my needs may be special" is repeated throughout the text of this poem. "What do you mean Holland? May all of you take the time today to hug your little ones or (big ones) and tell them how special they are. Special awe of you does lurk. So Jenny might hear sounds we never hear. But with this child sent from above, This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. For such a bird, flying is hard: it takes more strength, more effort, more time. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Share your story! No child is a burden, special needs or otherwise. I am the disabled child. asks the angel, pen poised midair. "Rudledge, Carrie, twins, patron saint, give her Gerard. Down Syndrome! That we need to make amends. But I see who he is You must accept me as I am, And like my mom, Erma was ahead of her time a more than equal member of the household, a well read working woman who could more than hold her own in conversations with educated men. I feel cozy drinking cocoa in the kitchen who hurts and loves and feels joy. That we need to make amends. I don't view my deafness as disability but we are equal expect hearing and my deafness was a new birth of becoming deaf advocate for youth and children in Zambia and rest of the world. Angels in disguise. I am a child-- Happy birthday! But we love our kids to death For most of us, we face our lives enmeshed with a special needs child with an incredible amount of strength and courage. A Poem Dedicated to the Parents of Special Needs Children and Mother Teresa MotherTeresa and Parents of Special Needs Children "I know God will not give me anything I can't handle. All Rights reserved. What he saw, threw him for a loop. pats my head, saying, "Good job, You where born with a disability, And so He sent you to us, And much to our surprise, You haven t been a challenge, But a blessing in disguise. . Whatever paths you eventually go. 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. Our neighbors dear friends. And to brighten up our lives. There were sons, daughters, mothers and fathers. Also see the other files in the Baby and Children sections. He was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy when he was 14 months old. because the loss of that dream is a very Significant loss. It only makes them sad. Maybe it has beautiful colors. my beautiful little boy, when we told our family and friends She enjoys writing poetry and life lessons about her journey in life. But others are so much harder and we are so happy it was that way. And pray it will come our way. Excellent. and the wheels went forward. This special child will need much love. You must be crazy!, where the words we heard big. but that wasn't to be. I never ask him why. Celebrate with me, rejoice in who he is and who he will become You are scared! Written by A Special Kind Blog. Why? By I watched her today. The children say 'retarded', and laugh." Being the only Deaf at school of hearing, it was challenging. We at Family Friend Poems are deeply grateful to the hundreds of thousands of poets who have submitted their work to our website, and to the countless readers who have shared their personal stories with us through our "Share Your Story" feature. If we follow their shining way Why? and after dizzy seconds find myself That would be cruel. You look at me with pity, I remember asking myself "why me", "why him? Different Brains Inc. founder Harold Hackie Reitman, M.D. I never thought that I Could spend each precious minute With just one special person And find happiness within it. But her hand does not go straight to her forehead. He drives some mad In a way, it has to be smarter. Just touch his cheek Someone who will look Common Mistakes: the word "i" should be capitalized, "u" is not a word, and "im" is spelled "I'm" or "I am". I am the child who is mentally impaired. May God bless you and accomplish your dream. In fact, use one of these happy poems to comfort those in emotional pain at the service. I feel pain and hunger. Gary Shulman, MS. Ed. Far outweigh your special needs, It's true that a tail helps a kitten run faster. although to us its your ability that counts. Have walked on streets paved with gold. What does that mean, Mommy? Our work is only possible with the financial support of people like you! You pack your bags, and off you go. I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life, because she is doing my work as surely as she is here by my side.". To the world outside Dont Leave Before Reading These Tips. Sent to fill our hearts with joy this sweet, sweet child This is a poem for my special needs child. Kind regards, Paul. I am dependant on you in these ways. Yes, different from most other little girls. Poem For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Parents of children with disabilities want their children to be accepted, included and appreciated for their abilities while being shown compassion. Explore our collection of motivational and famous quotes by authors you know and love. So many look at children with special needs as a burden. When her child says 'Momma' for the first time, she will be present at a miracle and know it! as did the sea sending them to her; That's why we're not the same. So you must go out and buy new guide books. She has to make her live in her world and thats not going to be easy., But Lord, I dont think she even believes in you, God smiles, No matter, I can fix that. If her hair falls into her eyes she brushes it away. This poem was written by the mother of a child with Down syndrome, who fully understands her child's particular needs. Forrest, Marjorie, daughter, patron saint, Cecilia. I do not give you answers to your everyday questions, responses over my well being, sharing my needs, or comments about the world about me. is no different both feet pedaled in the same direction Somehow I visualize God hovering over Earth selecting his instruments for propagation with great care and deliberation. Their precious child so meek and mild, It's just a different place. STOP! "Accomplishment she may not show. but forgive me if from time to time I shed a tear for who he might have been. Did you spell check your submission? broken bits from the mazarine maze, Being an autism parent is like living in a foreign land you were unprepared for, but you are not alone, so many of us are right there with you. A Change of Perspective: Receiving an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult, Social Spaces & Meeting People: Dating on the Autism Spectrum, Traveling With Neurodivergent Kids This Holiday Season? You don't have to speak Is Heaven's Very Special Child. You tremble with fear? Follow Different Dream's board Special Needs Parents Talk About Raising Kids on Pinterest. My 21-year-old son has a very rare genetic disorder. I started facing so many obstacles. I hope that thru this poem, their voices will be heard. Every child needs to know they are safe, loved, smart and capable people. The ability "And she'll . It was due to lack of oxygen at birth as well as prematurity. And because there are so few blue roses, we don't know much about them. and you begin to notice that Holland has windmills . And then you comeRunning toward me with joyYour laughing at something,My mischievous boy.You reach for my face,As you so often doWhy you smiling Mama?Im smiling at you.I thought I had it figured outThis thing calledMotherhoodAnd then came youto change my heartSurely God is good. The Patron saint will be Cecelia". If I could express myself, . Im going to thank her for thinking of me, and Im thanking you for writing it. To bless every life they touch. Thank you for speaking up for children in need. Somehow I visualize God hovering over the earth selecting his instruments of propagation with great care and deliberation. And as we wonder why I need your expertise to help him become all that he is capable of being. He's used to profanity." Then she brushes her hair out of her eyes. He is my world Print3.) Be one of those people After graduation, Rebecca received a diagnosis of Aspergers syndrome. How happy I was but I was so proud when at last Welcome to Holland is an insightful poem highlighting the experience of becoming a special needs parent. You don't stop to think will he/she have special needs! Others assert that 'special babies choose their parents carefully'. My heart swells This one gets a daughter. Happy . So as you start to do research and ask your questions, know that the traits or facts that are being given to you, may not even apply to your child. Not surprisingly, both women were early proponents of the Equal Rights Amendment. Or perhaps she listens to music we cannot hear. The things that others do, He was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy when he was 14 months old. If you looked closely, Never Unsaid By Get the Poem of the Day delivered right to your phone! ", The angel is curious. Unlike as night from day. A precious gift from Heaven, . Keep an open mind, don't see your child as broken or "different." And then came youAnd all my plans unraveledAs we took our first stepsDown a road much less traveled.A life of not knowingWhat each new day bringsA constant reminderTo cherish all things.I thought I possessed all Id needTo see me through this lifeLaughter, love, joy, and faithDoes anyone need strife?Of course Id face some obstaclesAlong the weary roadBut surely I was strong enoughTo carry any load. Inviting my in." Josephine Hardman, PhD on Instagram: "Day 23 of my #innerchildtarotchallenge - how does my inner child want to play? All other content on this website is Copyright 2006-2023 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. As I wrote in my book entitled Jacob's Journal -- My Journey Home: I experienced the disappointment, the anger, the joy, the overwhelming love for a child, and the fright of not knowing if I would be able to care for a child with special needs. and without you my dreams and life and allow her to rise above them. (in Memory of Jeffrey Ratliff--a very special child). 1. poetry! and for the first time in my life, I am very much like you. I give you the gift of simplicity. And know I am a child to ", So enclosing let me share with you a poem I wrote to my son entitled "Special.". We urge you to seek professional advice if you have a specific legal or medical issue or question. I do not give you rewards as defined by the world's standards . For challenges come their way. by Stephanie BallardMay 6, 2015Holidays, Special Needs Parenting3 comments. I feel not so much envy as desire, desire to stand upright, to put one foot in front of the other, to be independent. The skill, the talent Separate from Different Brains, Hackie is the founder and CEO of PCE Media, a media production company focusing on reality based content. "This special child will need much love. I am your teacher. As He observes, He instructs His angels to make notes in a giant ledger. He has been ridiculed on several occasions. In caring for this gift from Heaven. And so He sent you to us, So God in all his wisdom, It's time again for another birth. I was lucky enough to be chosen to be your mother. And he's not what he seems But surely all people don't have to be alike, think alike, act alike, or look alike. I've recently been touched by some parents reaching out for support as they raise their special needs children. Heaven's Very Special Child (in Memory of Jeffrey Ratliff--a very special child) A meeting was held quite far from earth, It's time again for another birth. And pray they have a clue. His mode of mobility is a wheelchair, but he does not mind. I gift you with my innocent trust, my dependency upon you. The Patron saint will be Cecelia, This one gets twins. He never expected, lively and gay. I am sharing it now as I think it may help many families in our community. It is said that dolphins have a language and a music of their own, carried by the waves. Let him step to the music which he hears-- As you go through . I love the toys of childhood-- Linda M. Johnson. He only sends these little angels Then I was taken to Deaf school. Said the Angels to the Lord above . Without their contributions, Family Friend Poems would not be the warm and special community it is today. she cries and takes me home. If I appear peculiar, ", "Exactly," says God. Some can fly higher than others, ", God smiles. Down Syndrome! The kids LOVE to use the over-sized swatter. All my life I've dreamed of going to Italy." For you a great life I foresee. , Your email address will not be published. Don't judge my son I teach you about forgetting your own needs and desires and dreams. It's all very exciting. All stories are moderated before being published. Somehow I visualize God hovering over the earth selecting his instruments of propagation with great care and deliberation. It was really hard to cope with that. Thank you!! Then, I was informed that it should be read as "Kuai Ler" (HAPPINESS in Chinese). STOP! "No matter. Just who my child is and what I see 127, ADHD & Relationships with Melissa Orlov | ADHD Power Tools #97, Psychotherapy Is Lifelong Self-Discovery on Both Sides: An Autistic Self-Advocates Perspective, Fostering Positive Development on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. J. Trocchio, Dr. L. Moyano & Y. Mora-Perea | EDB 278, Autism & Trauma: The Less Than Conscious Decision, Loving Your Place On The Spectrum, with Jude Morrow | EDB 258, ADHD & Interrupting | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman. seeking escape, I want their respect for what I can do. And soon they'll know the privilege given Her oldest son, Colin is in the military. "Armstrong, Beth, son, patron saint, Matthew. Believe in your child, believe in their potential. The kitten has no tail!" This is a poem for my special needs child. As I've accepted you. You see, Jenny is different. You wonder how much I am aware of. What I give you is so much more valuable . And then came you. People would come from far away to see it. DEAR ABBY: A few years ago, you printed a poem about children with special needs having been sent by God to special parents who can nurture and care for them. My dream is in the USA for University so that I make reality of advocating so that make the world better place. . Different? I give you awareness. I know that you care for my child and that you work hard with him. Guest blogger, Steph Ballard, who understand bittersweet very well as mom to a son with heart issues. Copy. The job that you have brought us, She has brown eyes and dark brown hair. The costs to raise them is so high 2K views, 27 likes, 7 loves, 18 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Dbstvstlucia: DBS MORNING SHOW & OBITUARIES 25TH APRIL 2023 APRIL 2023 No. It touched my heart and soul. And loved more. . I know I did. As He observes, He instructs His angels to make notes in a giant ledger. For in my time of weakness . Don't see the things that they might not be able to do, but encourage them to do the things they like or want to do. so sweet Mothers frequently bring out the best in us. Written by A Special Kind Blog, Your email address will not be published. Self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen explores some of the challenges of dating as an adult on the spectrum. I thought I knew myself so well In memory of my wonderful mother Ev, who passed away in 1986. Then I feel warm and dizzy, Although I know Jan 5, 2017 - Explore Allison LeBlanc's board "poems for Special people" on Pinterest. The angel is curious. In a way, it's as if Jenny is standing behind a screen, a screen we cannot see. And hope that each one knows. Finally, he passes a name to an angel and smiles, "Give her a handicapped child. in age now, and in ability always. I am sharing it now as I think it may help many families in our community. He may seem broken The important thing is that they haven't sent you to a horrible, disgusting, filthy place, full of pestilence, famine, and disease. And all the time you are sitting there wondering why me? They all deserve their day, Staring back at me I do not gift you with clever conversation, cute remarks to be laughed over and repeated. I went to school of hearing student. A poem of profound love, insight, dedication and patience, Steph. This is an amazing poem!! untapped and a hole in my heart that would never heal. We know they were formed This year, nearly 100,000 women will become mothers of handicapped children. . Please come closer rough as surf, gay as their nesting towels. I just wish He didn't trust me so much." (Mother Teresa) I remember meeting a lady about 3 years ago while watching our daughters swim so much love I am aware of much . They have so much love to give Maybe that is why she jumps up at times and goes into her awkward dance. I can hardly understand Come Touch His Cheek by Gary S. Shulman - Family Friend Poems, Poems For Elementary Students (Grades 3-6), Poems For Primary Elementary Students (Grades K-3). A treasure from above, The unbroken children splash and shout, but knowing there was none. You see the longing in my eyes to get out of this chair, to run and play like other children. with that cute little Santa hat. Let me have the luxury of having a vacation, sometimes physically, It can be very exhausting, but always very rewarding. Romantic Poem To Someone Special Made for someone who became very special to me. QUAYLE happens to be a brand of household appliances in Malaysia. We love you, our special little boy, And he'll require extra care, Could I give a disabled child to a mother who does not know laughter? And what about her Patron saint? asks the angel, his pen poised in midair. I would tell you what I am inside. Hackies daughter Rebecca grew up with epilepsy, 23 vascular brains tumors, and underwent 2 brain surgeries before the age of 5. Debra S. Higginbotham, Children, You Complete Me By We worry every day In the companys initial years of operation, Hackie self-financed all of the content on DifferentBrains.org, all of which offered free to view to the public. And much to our surprise, Have you ever seen a blue rose? "Could I give a handicapped child to a mother who does not know laughter? Accomplishments he may not show. You're my biggest inspiration. A Guide to Understanding The Grief Siblings of Special Needs Children Experience, How To Overcome The Shame Of Having A Child With A Disability. She's so happy. At the end of the day I am only human, my emotions were very real, and my experience was very personal - it was my son with special needs.". But you only see the outside of me. Download2.) April Standifer, What I Wish For You My Son By A special young man you are. There are white roses and pink roses and yellow roses, and of course lots of red roses. And impress ourselves sometime I know that you will continue to grow. But sometime they fight so much You may learn some handy phrases in Italian. This poem reads like my life and it is beautiful to see it in print. If a man does not keep pace with his companions when a snowstorm blusters outside. Let me see him smiling in his sleep and let me think about how handsome he is You may see trouble I find the touch of soft toys Happy birthday! While snoozing in delight. Your birth parents couldn't cope, Mother's eyes are wet; she holds me (7) To You to board the minibus for school. A bird with normal wings takes flying for granted, but a bird with short wings has to work much harder at learning. Learn how your comment data is processed. Do NOT submit poems here, instead go to the. I sometimes think Jenny is like a bird, a bird with very short wings. | Links | Write for Us! I am there and have his back and always will. I have a 5-year-old son. Ive never forgotten the day my mother, Evelyn Goldberg Reitman, told her nine-year-old youngest son as she was pumping gas at the family gas station in Jersey City, You have a moral obligation to work up to your full potential with the gifts that G-d has given you, to help yourself, your family, your friends, and those less fortunate. I signed up for Italy! . God gives us what we can handle Did you ever wonder how mothers of disabled children were chosen? Though your struggles can be difficult, My love never waivers, I am with you through thick . But if you spend the rest of your life mourning the fact that you didn't get to Italy, you may never be free to enjoy the very special, the very lovely things . I do really understand what you are going through. Dear Abby: A few years ago, you printed a poem about children with special needs having been sent by God to special parents who can nurture and care for them. I continue learning sign language. It was given to me with a special promise to share it with anyone I may know that needs some extra support in regards to their special needs child. Different Brains, Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that strives to encourage understanding & acceptance of neurodiversity. You know, when a kitten loses its tail it is said to gain sharper ears. This one is perfect. I can feel the love emanating from his eyes to me. Remains unspoken Said the Angels to the Lord above, Remember that he is, first of all, my child. I just hope people start understanding that how painful it is for those parents who see their disabled children daily suffering and how much they want their children to be normal like other children. when people treat me as a big boy. Come, come closer Each one is beautiful. "Special" by Marla Murasko. . Valerie Capasso, I Hope You Know How Much I Love You By And melt the coldest heart. They are often faced with rejection and fear. 3 Things I Wish I Knew At The Beginning Of Our Autism Journey, 5 Ways To Help Your Child Generalize Skills At Home, 5 Tips To Combat Negative Thoughts About Parenting Your Special Needs Child, 3 Reasons We Stopped Medicating Our Sons ADHD, Siblings Grieve Too. (For my beautiful son Jack, by his proud mum Nicki Zieth). Child of mine so special, I love you unconditionally, Brave and resilient, my heart swells with pride, I will never be able to fully express how deeply I have been touched inside. If I can learn at my own pace His progress may seem very slow. Whatever may be the correct pronunciation, I wish the writer and her loved ones JOY, especially in times of adversity. This post was published on the now-closed HuffPost Contributor platform. Emily Perl Kinsley's poem is one that has helped countless families cope with the twists and turns of raising a child with special needs. I never knew how difficult it is All stories are moderated before being published. Your email address will not be published. If you need to flag this entry as abusive. And pray they have a clue. Neurodiverse In The Open: To Self-Identify Or Not? You see, the child Im going to give her has her own world. The feelings of the parents have been very well-expressed. I'd have the Gerber baby, Of course he'd sleep all night. For this poem we made up movements for each line. At IEP meetings we fight for their rights Happy Mother's day to All!! And in turn, I welcome you to share with a another family in need. 186 views, 4 likes, 7 loves, 2 comments, 1 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Keltys First Baptist Church: Funeral Service for Joennette Whisenant April 29, 2023 There are many things Jenny does not understand. your ride into our lives and Holland has tulips. He does not speak, although he is very verbal. She is very troubled and puzzled, and she says, slowly, "Mommy, Sally says I'm retarded. I'd know my child's every cry-. If on a given day I am tired or cross with him, listen to me, Through My Eyes by Steph L. Quayle - Family Friend Poems, Poems For Elementary Students (Grades 3-6), Poems For Primary Elementary Students (Grades K-3). I am the child who is mentally impaired. This ensures that each poem in our collection is authentic and original. Is that a virtue? The siblings of special needs children are quite special. Think of me first as a person, Happily strolling, hand in hand Soothing sounds, of harps in a band. Why compare one against the other? . and tells me a story, and I want the toys on the shelf, I need to go to the bathroom, oh I've dropped my fork again. And if you can nourish that light and let it shine, you have an opportunity to get closer to God, and that's grace. "And what about her patron saint?" Why this one God? Copy. and it is hard for me to breathe. As he observes, he instructs his angels to make notes in a giant ledger. "This one gets a daughter. Mothers Day is a lovely holiday, but it can sometimes be bittersweet for moms raising kids with special needs. It would be rare and different and beautiful. will come his way I can fit into a world She will never be alone. But a blessing in disguise. She will never be alone. When my sister takes me In this third post in a series, Jolene explains how empowering kids with disabilities takes place when they have power and self-worth. That's what I had planned.". And then came youWith a gentle reminderThat life can be tough,And I need to be kinder.That every life mattersAnd just one small deedCan change many livesBy just planting one seed.And yes, I struggle oftenAnd yes, I question stillAt times I want what I wantAnd wonder whats Gods will?And then we brought you home at last.Now life would be completeImagine my surprise to findMy child would not eat.Each milestone that you would reachWould come at your own paceI was learning patienceAs lifeis not a race.I thought I knew myself so wellI guess that I was wrongFor in my time of weaknessI found out I was strong. Steph L. Quayle And so we came to understand that Jenny's world was a little different, unknown to us in some ways. And so, therefore, we have to understand how much Jenny has accomplished when she does learn something. Jolene Philo is a published author, speaker, wife, and mother of a son with special needs. 2023 A Special Kind. Thank you, A sweet friend of mine shared this with me on facebook today. Down Syndrome! A meeting was held quite far from earth, Simon Lewin shares the story of his adult diagnosis with autism, and how it has given him a new perspective on life. I was born with health hearing and I was diagnosis with spinal meningitis at the age of 12 and unfortunately I completely become deaf. Though different from my view. I see no limits to my child's life Most of all I teach you hope and faith. . Everyone called her Ev, and through her example, I became an avid reader at a young age. The Coliseum, Michelangelo's David. Give her a disabled child. ", "I don't want her to have too much patience or she will drown in a sea of self-pity and despair. Subscribe to ASK's Daily Digest and stay up to date. Instead, it curves like a flower first opening its petals. Sometimes, Jenny would run up to her mother and clutch her tightly, for no apparent reason at all. lighten my burden, but do not judge me. The siblings of special needs children are quite special. Thank you!! I like sleds on soft snow, (Thoreau). Yes, here is a woman whom I will bless with a child less than perfect. Touch his cheek so soft Were proud that weve been chosen, And he'll be known as handicapped. We only know that they have to be tended more carefully. I will give you and teach you unconditional love. that Jenny is like a kitten without a tail; Shes back again this year with another special needs Mothers Day poem just for you. As for me I want to do something that I wish of my choice. I itch when mosquitoes bite me We also use a giant fly swatter that I cut a hole in to find letters, words, punctuation, etc. My special little boy, and children call me names, Yet each time I hold you, or we kiss goodnight, It's not over but we aren't stopping! The room is silent and all you are wondering is "What does all that mean?"
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