Heaven's very special Child

A meeting was held quite far from Earth,
Its time again for another birth.
Said the Angels to the Lord above,
This special child will need much love.
Her progress may be very slow,
And she may require much care from folks below.
She may not run or laugh or play,
Her thoughts may seem quite far away.
In many ways she won't adapt,
And she'll be known as handicapped.
So let's be careful where she's sent,
We want her life to be content.
Please Lord, find the parents who,
Will do a special job for you.
They will not realize right away,
The leading role they're asked to play.
But with this child sent from above,
Comes strong faith and richer love.
And soon they'll know the privilege given,
In caring for their gift from Heaven.
Their precious charge so meek and mild,
Is Heaven's very Special Child.
-Edna Massimilla