When you first lay eyes upon me

what is the first thing that you see

do you see that I might be different

or do you see the real me.

can you look past my differences

and give me the benefit of the doubt

do you listen to the words I speak

or do I need to scream and shout.

Although this is not a perfect world

I am still the same as you

if you can only see me for who I am

then you will find this true.

Although I may sit in this chair

my heart has treasures that are untold

if you would just take the time to see me

then these treasures could truly unfold.

So the next time you pass me

please don't stop and stare

open up your blinded eyes

there is a friend here if you dare.

So just take the time to see "me"

because I am the same as you

and if you ask me if I am different

I answer yes, but then so are you.

So if you think I am different

because I can adapt

then my friend you have the problem

and it is YOUR handicap.

~AUTHOR UNKNOWN~