Reuben | Paul Curtis

You’re such an individual and your quirky character is so endearing

So big and handsome with intelligence that is simply astounding

But life can be so hard for you, struggling with the norms of society

Emotions fire around your head and you don’t find it easy to control them

Such passion for your interests with such creative imagination

The revelation that you are an Aspie brought relief and clarity

CHORUS:

Reuben, my beautiful boy

Your mind is so amazing, you’re my pride and joy

And there’s one thing that I want you to always know

Reuben, my son, I love you so

You’re such an individual and your quirky character is so endearing

So big and handsome with intelligence that is simply astounding

The future’s an uncertain challenge, but know that I’ll be with you all the way

(CHORUS)

Other parents of autistic kids say

They wouldn’t have them any other way

But I’d change everything that causes you distress

All I want for you is happiness

(CHORUS)

Reuben, my son, I love you so