A magnificent creation

People call me impeded,
and they are right, that’s what I am.
God calls me his magnificent creation –
and HE is right, that’s what I am.

People call my life expensive,
and they are right, that’s what it is.
God says, my life is precious –
and HE is right, that’s what it is.

People call me unproductive,
and they are right, that’s what I am.
God says, I’m building bridges
between handicapped and non-handicapped persons –
and HE is right, that’s what I do.

People call my outward appearance repulsive,
and they are right, that’s what it is.
God says, my smile is beautiful –
and HE is right, that’s what it is.