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This site is dedicated to the writings of Pat Montesano. Focused around "Sing A New Song",the story of raising a son who has mental retardation first published in 1979, this site also features Pat's stories, poems, articles and prayers that have appeared in various publications over the past twenty-five years. We hope publishing these works on this web site will enable visitors who may not have had the opportunity elsewhere to read and share the words from Pat's heart. Enjoy. 

 

Pat MontesanoAbout Pat

I've written this book to share with you my experience as the mother of a mentally retarded child. I want to share not only the heartache, frustration and tears; but the fun, the laughter, the love, and most of all the daily renewal of hope that Chris has brought into my life for all these years. I believe you'll enjoy meeting Chris and his friends as much as my husband, Chris' seven  brothers and sisters, and I have. I invite you to let them touch your  heart as they have touched ours. I would like you to listen to their dreams. I'm eager to share our story because I have learned the tremendous value of the life of a mentally retarded individual to one who will accept him. I remember feeling that my world was falling apart on the day that I learned my child was brain damaged. I gradually realized I had been granted a very special opportunity  by being invited to enter a new world, a different world, a beautiful world. From accepting that invitation, I have been blessed with unique lessons learned, with spiritual growth and new appreciations. I know that I'm a better person from the endless love and surprising joy which entered my world with Chris. I hope that our story will help you to more fully appreciate the mentally handicapped men and women in your community...in your neighborhood... and in your home. Love, Pat.

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About Chris

Chris MontesanoMy handicapped boy has grown into a man who uses his gifts the best way he can.

Showing the world that he's chosen to be part of God's special plan, for all men to see.

My son is not brilliant, his gifts not many, but he shares what he has, buries not any. Although he's retarded... the smile on his face reveals a young man who's been blessed with God's grace.

He's come the hard way through difficult days, now strong in his manhood and worthy of praise. His life has great value; that I'm so sure of! As he works to please God in his mission of love.

I thank Jesus' mother, the faith she has shown; from her inspiration I've followed and grown. For I also had Jesus handed to me in the form of my son...crying helplessly.

 

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