Talking Eyes

Severely handicapped,
Stiff and bent
like a twisted tree limb
and a head that tips and wobbles
unable to stand
or use their hands
Their speech seems tangled

And yet
they find ways of reaching out,
whether it be by touch,
a nod or a smile.

Connecting
beautiful people
creating pleasures

When they reach out to you,
if only by their eyes that talk,
don't be afraid.
They like you.