Piece by Peace
Moving the pieces, insisting they fit
That’s what happens until you admit
These pieces don’t work like the others do
My child has autism. He’s among the few.
Piece by piece, the puzzle takes shape
Though unlike others, there is no escape
Why can’t they see how it makes us feel?
Why can’t they see that this is real?
I weep for the ones who don’t understand
And those who are scared to lend a hand
For the meek who look the other way
or the ones who just smile and bid you good day
Social situations are like tropical storms
Their differences are noted and not the norms
If only everyone had the heart of my child
We would find peace as we reconciled.
A friend is all he hopes to find
One who is loyal and one who is kind
Someone who’ll help the loneliness cease
A friend who builds friendships piece by peace.
