Adding Dashboard widgets to Desktop & Keeping it "Sticky"

Hi,
I know there are many posts out there on part of this topic.
I am aware on how to add widgets from Dashboard to the Desktop.
However, I haven't figured out how to ensure that the newly added widget does not overlay itself on the application I am using and that it continues to be in the background on the desktop.
I just want to be able to hit Command + F3 and see my desktop along with the widgets right there.
Much thanks.
My specs:
Device: MacBook Pro 15.4 (Late 2013)
OS: OS X 10.9.4

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It's hard to move widgets to Desktop, but it's possible. See > http://macs.about.com/od/usingyourmac/qt/widgetondesktop.htm

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