My name is Edith, a name not often heard
With a learning disability, I was born, it’s absurd
I may not be like others, but that’s just how it goes
I may not have many friends, but that’s just life, I suppose
But I am not alone, for I have Donna by my side
An amazing support worker, with whom I can confide
She may be bossy, but things get done with her around
And for that, I am grateful, my feet firmly on the ground
I go to a place, a club for those like me
Club 22, run by Jill, Stan, and Debbie
There’s also a pretty lady, whose name I can’t recall
But her smile and warmth, I always recall
At Chatterbox, I speak my mind, without any fear
And at coffee mornings, I find solace and cheer
Humbercare and health and wellbeing, by my side
Their love and support, my heart cannot hide
When leukemia struck, I was weak and low
But they were my pillars, when I had nowhere to go
If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be here today
Their care and love, guided me on my way
Through struggles and challenges, they’re always there
Humbercare and health and wellbeing, always willing to share
I may have a learning disability, but I am not defined
For with their help, I am stronger, my inner light shines
So here I am, Edith, with a disability
But with a heart full of love and endless possibility
And I owe it all, to those who stood by my side
Humbercare and health and wellbeing, my forever guide.
In a world that values perfection
We stand out, with our imperfections
Different abilities, different minds
But we are special, in all kinds
Gathered in this club every week
A safe haven, where we can speak
Different faces, but one heart
A place where we can truly be a part
Some with learning disabilities
Some with Autism, different abilities
Some in wheelchairs, some with Downs
But together, our smiles know no bounds
There’s Seb, who loves his phone
Watching movies, never alone
There’s Beth, who chuckles with glee
And Ruby, whose smile lights up the room, you’ll see
There’s the two love birds, so happy and bright
And sweet Lyndsey, who’s a shining light
We are all lovely, we are all special
But we have feelings, just like you, don’t forgetful
We feel sadness, we feel anger too
Like Nicola, who gets anxious, it’s true
And myself, who does outrageous things
Like cutting my hair, on a meltdown it brings
Kelsey gets panicky, with loud noises around
But in Club 22, we are safe and sound
But there are two people missing from my life
And I miss them dearly, in the midst of this strife
I think of Jessica, most of the time
And wonder if our friendship, could have been sublime
But sadly, she moved away
And that has deeply affected me, I must say
And my best friend Emma Skinner
Gone too soon, but I cannot forget her
I wonder, if she was still here
Would our friendship, still be dear?
But amidst all the fun and games
In Club 22, our differences are tamed
Some of the staff, like Stan, may be crazy
But we all get along, isn’t it amazing?
So for those who laugh, and poke fun
We may seem imperfect, but remember this one
Are you perfect too, just like you claim?
Think about it, before you cast your shame
We are unique, in every way
And that’s something, we proudly say
We are special, and amazing too
And that’s something, you should value too.
