Very Special Child.

A meeting was held quite far from earth



"It's time again for another birth"


Said the angels to the Lord above,


"This special child will need much love"






His progress may seem very slow


Accomplishments he may not show


And he will require special care


From the folks he meets way down there.






He may not run or laugh or play


His thoughts may seem quite far away


In many ways he won't adapt


And he'll be known as handicapped.






So let's be careful where he's sent


We want his life to be content


Please Lord, find the parents who


Will do a special job for you.






They may not realize right away


The leading role they're asked to play


But with this child sent from above


Comes stronger faith and richer love.






And soon they'll know the privilege given


In caring for this gift from Heaven


Their precious charge, so meek and mild


Is Heaven's Very Special Child.