Louis Rams Poet Rhyme

No Such Thing As Handicapped

(9/23/14)

Born deaf and not a sound to be heard
Sign language was her only words
Longing to hear any sound at all, even the bouncing of a ball
To know what it would be like to hear a robin sing
And the sounds of early spring.
She learned to read lips and could feel the vibrations of musical sounds.
The sensitivity in her fingers had gotten so good
That the music she understood.
She found that the guitar vibrations she could feel more
And it opened up a brand new door.
Her mother saw the joy that the guitar did bring
So she bought a guitar with everything.
The amplified speakers did rock the floor
Even through her closed door.
She learned to play guitar and write music too
And showed the other children just what to do.
Soon afterwards  she created a band in the 
SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF and showed others that there is no such thing
As HANDICAPPED, and that only happens when you turn your back.
               HOPE, FAITH, LOVE

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Jan Allison September 23, 2014 at 11:43 AM It's amazing how these musical skills can flourish in a person you would least expect to be able to play an instrument - what a fantastic tribute to a brilliant determined young lady and wonderful supportive parents:-) hugs Jan xx Jan Allison September 23, 2014 at 12:13 PM I know of a local blind girl she has a fantastic operatic voice - she has taught herself Italian to enhance her singing - she was inspired by Andrea Boccelli :-) Hugs Jan x Louis Rams September 23, 2014 at 12:06 PM thank you so much for that beautiful comment and support