A family in Rowan County, North Carolina got dinner paid for by an unexpected stranger who also sent an inspiring note to their table Friday.

When their 8-year-old special needs child started getting loud and banging the table, a waitress walked over with tears in her eyes and a note.

A photo of the note, which is being shared on social media, shows the message, "God only gives special children to special people."

(READ the story, w/ photos, at WBTV)