We are all created different 
Unique in our own way 
The way we look, think and feel
And the things we do and say. 

As parts of a real-life puzzle
We take our proper place 
To complete the real-life picture
Of the world and human race. 

But as a piece of this puzzle
We share a common thread
For we all have dreams and wishes
In the life we gently tread.

Some seem to think some pieces
Do not belong or want to delete
But without a single real-life piece
The great puzzle is not complete.

So as you look around and see
A different image, belief or role
Remember without this piece
The great picture cannot be whole. 

~ StinaLisa ~ 
©Copyright 1999

The whole world is made up of many sizes, shapes and colors. It holds many beliefs, views, customs and traditions. We too often judge people by these differences, whether it is because of their race, their religion, their sexual orientation, or their disabilities, such as the developmentally disabled. 

Quite often we think of the developmentally disabled as people who are not capable of the same thoughts and feelings we share and experience. But, this is not true.  These very "special" people from God lead productive lives, are loving and caring individuals, have the same hopes, wishes and dreams that we all share, and aim for their goals and objectives with the same drive and determination as the rest of us. Like everyone else, they are pieces of the real-life puzzle,  and have their place in the whole and complete picture. 

"The page is dedicated first to my daughter, Teri and my sister, Deanna, and then to all the other caregivers for the developmentally disabled community. These devoted caregivers are very special people in themselves. But most of all, I want to dedicate this page to my very special friend "Nettie", who has given me much more than I could ever give to her in return. She has enriched and blessed my life just by being a part of it."

StinaLisa with Annette

"Life & Inspiration Index"

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Please sign my Guestbook so I know you've stopped by.
Thanks!
~ StinaLisa ~
      

 

"Everything Is Beautiful"
Written and Recorded by Ray Stevens - 1970

Everything is beautiful in its own way
Like the starry summer night, or a snow-covered winter's day
And everybody's beautiful in their own way
Under God's heaven, the world's gonna find the way.

There is none so blind as he who will not see
We must not close our minds; we must let our thoughts be free
For every hour that passes by, we know the world gets a little bit older
It's time to realize that beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder.

And everything is beautiful in its own way
Like the starry summer night, or a snow-covered winter's day.

Ah, sing it children!

Everybody's beautiful in their own way
Under God's heaven, the world's gonna find the way.

We shouldn't care about the length of his hair, or the color of his skin
Don't worry about what shows from without, but the love that lives within
And we're gonna get it all together now; everything gonna work out fine
Just take a little time to look on the good side my friend
And straighten it out in your mind.

And everything is beautiful in its own way
Like the starry summer night, or a snow-covered winter's day.

The music playing is a condensed version of "Everything Is Beautiful", and is for entertainment, educational and evaluation purposes only. Titles have full copyright by their respective artists and record companies. Please show your support for the artists who gave us this great music by purchasing their CDs.

If you are interested in purchasing a full version of "Everything Is Beautiful" by Ray Stevens, I have provided a link below to Amazon.com.  They sell both new and used CDs. Amazon also sells MP3 downloads in several categories with single songs ranging from 89 to 99 cents.

April 1999