Fourteen-year-old Scotty couldn't speak, was blind in one eye, deaf in one ear, needed a daily enema to move his bowels, was severely mentally challenged, and basically couldn't do much but sit in his wheel chair waiting for a fresh diaper and a spoon full of soft food that he would spill out of his mouth as he tried to chew; however, when Don't You Want Me by The Human League sang over the radio, he'd light up like a glow worm. Not only will I forever remember Scotty's bright smile and gurgling sounds over this song, but I still think of him whenever I hear it. Here's to a special boy, hopefully turned man, Scotty.
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Poor Scotty! How great that a song could affect him in such a positive way. I sure remember this one; catchy. Happy MM Joyce. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love Human League!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely tribute to a special person :-)
ReplyDeleteBrilliant choice Joyce (that rhymed), not long ago there was a documentary on TV about The Human League on TV here it was quite interesting.
Scotty has great taste in music. I loved that song back in the 80's, too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet introduction to the song.
ReplyDeleteI used to love that song, that one goes way back for me. :)
My sister worked with Special Ed students for years and she often spoke about music and how it touched the students and her.
ReplyDeleteOh, and that song, wow, memories, which I won't divulge lol
Lucy from Lucy's Reality
This is a sad way to live. I too love this song
ReplyDeletethat is so sad, but yet wonderful story of how music has the power to move us: no wonder our abilities in life. we just have to open up and allow it
ReplyDeleteOh yes, you are a special person too to put such a tribute to that child. I wonder what it was that he loved so much about this song unless it was the beat do you think? Whatever it was at least there was something that made him happy & didn't need help with. Enjoying music! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteOh what a sweet post. I love that he may not have been very able but his spirit was so alive. Have a great week. Thanks for sharing your story.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it amazing what music can do!
ReplyDeleteNow I want to learn more about Scotty!
Isn't the power of music so amazing? What a sweet tribute to Scotty - and I've always loved the song, too. Now even more. :)
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I love this song.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great song that I have not heard in a long time.
ReplyDeleteNice tribute to Scotty.
~Naila Moon
Lovely song. Felt good to listen to it again.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing and powerful tribute. Thank you so much for sharing this.
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing how something as simple as a song can stimulate a child! Sounds lome Scotty has a special pkace in your heart and really great taste in music! ;)
ReplyDeleteSorry for the typos! I was replying from my phone! A little phone and fat fingers don't work! :-p
ReplyDeleteMusic has a captivating way of speaking to everyone of us, even those you first think are not even aware of it. Thanks for sharing such an inspiring story about Scotty and for dancing with the 4M crew!
ReplyDeleteI love 80's music and I like this song too! :) Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment. :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Music Monday on a Thursday! :)