How many times have we tried to stay on the right path and then when an obstacle gets in our way we try to hop, skip, jump, roll, climb over it without waiting patiently for God to make a way?
We want to move forward and we want things to go smoothly for us. You know finances, relationships, health, and all the good things we want for our lives. Not saying that it’s bad to have and want those things! I want them and I need them as well, but what I am saying is that when these things don’t come easy or don’t come our way will we be willing to stay focused?
Will we want to hold onto to that job that pays us minimal wage? Do we want to hold onto those relationships that either make us go crazy in a good way or bad way? Do we do all we can in our own strength, and then what we can’t we leave it to chance?
I will choose to listen and wait on God. I will do all that I can to stay healthy, build relationships and make good choices that will not disappoint me or distract me from obtaining the full – the best life right now!
“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”KJV Hebrews 12:1-2
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Monday, August 10, 2009
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
When Doors Don't Open!
Trying to get my son into a program that would supply Academics as well as helping him with his social skills has been a long and trying journey for the Merced family. It has been years of going back and forth. Let me explain. When my son was younger he was able to get all the right services and was provided with the best education in NYC, however, once he past the age of elementary school things took a change for the worst.
Since my husband and I both work we are put in the middle class income bracket. This may sound good, but in fact hurts our son's chances in many ways. The first is that he does not qualify for many government programs, because they base it on parents income. He will qualify for the government programs when he turns 18. He must wait 2 more years.
Next, the most difficult. Our work schedules do not allow us to go to many of the meetings and places needed to fight for placement. We have had to take many days off with warnings from both jobs. Next, we have had no luck in referrals or with the advocates supplied to us. Many have told us that our son was lost in the cracks ~ blaming his parents for ignorance of the resources that are out there. I have to tell you that this is the most hurtful part, because we have been our son's advocates for so many years.
Many have called us passive. We don't threaten enough or yell enough, etc. We have prayed, we have fasted, we have listened, we have taken action, but still the doors have not opened. We even decided to put my son in private school. Yes, the financial burden would be difficult, but so worth it. We were told once again that we would have to go to the district and have them refer my son. Oh, My God~ we are just going in circles. What is going on?
We could go to a lawyer and try to fight the board of education, but this is where it gets so sticky. Where would all the money come from? It is very expensive and the Board of Education is known for dragging its heals. Next, I work for the Board of Education. This creates conflict of interest.
Well I could write and lie and say I am not frustrated. I could also write and say that I understand full well why this is happening. I would be the biggest liar.
What I could say is this ~ " I know that my Daddy in heaven has everything in control. When the doors are closed it is for a reason." I may not understand the reason, but what I do know without a doubt is that many of the doors that have been closed in my life have helped me to enter the right ones.
When the doors don't open I will wait and see what blessings are in store.
"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint" (Isa. 40:31)
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Since my husband and I both work we are put in the middle class income bracket. This may sound good, but in fact hurts our son's chances in many ways. The first is that he does not qualify for many government programs, because they base it on parents income. He will qualify for the government programs when he turns 18. He must wait 2 more years.
Next, the most difficult. Our work schedules do not allow us to go to many of the meetings and places needed to fight for placement. We have had to take many days off with warnings from both jobs. Next, we have had no luck in referrals or with the advocates supplied to us. Many have told us that our son was lost in the cracks ~ blaming his parents for ignorance of the resources that are out there. I have to tell you that this is the most hurtful part, because we have been our son's advocates for so many years.
Many have called us passive. We don't threaten enough or yell enough, etc. We have prayed, we have fasted, we have listened, we have taken action, but still the doors have not opened. We even decided to put my son in private school. Yes, the financial burden would be difficult, but so worth it. We were told once again that we would have to go to the district and have them refer my son. Oh, My God~ we are just going in circles. What is going on?
We could go to a lawyer and try to fight the board of education, but this is where it gets so sticky. Where would all the money come from? It is very expensive and the Board of Education is known for dragging its heals. Next, I work for the Board of Education. This creates conflict of interest.
Well I could write and lie and say I am not frustrated. I could also write and say that I understand full well why this is happening. I would be the biggest liar.
What I could say is this ~ " I know that my Daddy in heaven has everything in control. When the doors are closed it is for a reason." I may not understand the reason, but what I do know without a doubt is that many of the doors that have been closed in my life have helped me to enter the right ones.
When the doors don't open I will wait and see what blessings are in store.
"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint" (Isa. 40:31)
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Click here to take a look at my new book " They Call Me Faith"
Also available in b/w and Ebook: Lulu.com
=====================================
Jonathan the Elephant is a story created by a teenager who has Aspergers Syndrome and an eight year old boy who believe that through friendship, prayer, and forgiveness anyone can receive healing.
Click here Jonathan the Elephant to purchase a copy. Also available in Ebook format.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
A Reminder of His Faithfulness
Yesterday my husband and I were discussing my sons future. The conversation did not go as planned and we found each other in disagreement. You see my son is at a school where we both feel is not appropriate for my sons unique needs, but due to the fact that he has had many violent episodes in the school he hurt his chances of getting into a more challenging program with kids who have Aspergers' Syndrome.
My husband was frustrated, because he thought that I had given up. I was trying to explain to him the process of the Board of Education, because after all I do work for them. He did not want to hear it. The truth is the Lord has not opened the doors for a reason. It does not mean that I don't stop trying, but what it does mean is that I have to try a different approach and look for other methods that will help my son.
Today I was updating my personal website so that I can minister to those who are in similar situations and also promote my books. I also wanted to fix my son's book icon on the website as well. I went to the site that is selling his book online and noticed that his book is starting to sell. Funny thing is that yesterday my son was confessing that his book was going to be number one and that he was selling more books than I.
One of the buyers of the book left an awesome comment and gave the book six stars. WOW! Today was another difficult day for my son, because it is storming out in NYC again. For those of you who do not know my son is extremely fearful of storms. Well I read comment aloud to him and made sure my husband read it and saw the sales as well.
God was speaking to us louder than words. He was reminding us that although this world's system may not have a place for him or know how to deal with him. My son was going to be a productive citizen. More than that. He was going to be a powerhouse for Jesus and God was going to use him just the way he is.
Jonathan the Elephant is a story created by my son Andrew who has Aspergers' Syndrome along with his eight year old cousin who illustrated the pictures. Andrew and Ethan although limited in many ways believed that through friendship, prayer, and forgiveness anyone can receive healing.
Jonathan the Elephant can be purchase at Lulu.com, it is also available in Ebook.
My husband was frustrated, because he thought that I had given up. I was trying to explain to him the process of the Board of Education, because after all I do work for them. He did not want to hear it. The truth is the Lord has not opened the doors for a reason. It does not mean that I don't stop trying, but what it does mean is that I have to try a different approach and look for other methods that will help my son.
Today I was updating my personal website so that I can minister to those who are in similar situations and also promote my books. I also wanted to fix my son's book icon on the website as well. I went to the site that is selling his book online and noticed that his book is starting to sell. Funny thing is that yesterday my son was confessing that his book was going to be number one and that he was selling more books than I.
One of the buyers of the book left an awesome comment and gave the book six stars. WOW! Today was another difficult day for my son, because it is storming out in NYC again. For those of you who do not know my son is extremely fearful of storms. Well I read comment aloud to him and made sure my husband read it and saw the sales as well.
God was speaking to us louder than words. He was reminding us that although this world's system may not have a place for him or know how to deal with him. My son was going to be a productive citizen. More than that. He was going to be a powerhouse for Jesus and God was going to use him just the way he is.
Jonathan the Elephant is a story created by my son Andrew who has Aspergers' Syndrome along with his eight year old cousin who illustrated the pictures. Andrew and Ethan although limited in many ways believed that through friendship, prayer, and forgiveness anyone can receive healing.
Jonathan the Elephant can be purchase at Lulu.com, it is also available in Ebook.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Can You Hear Me? By Tanya Merced
Restless and Anxious knock on my door.
Can’t wait for the opportunity to distract me and reject
the promises that were given from my Lord.
They call out my name and promise me things that sound really great, and yet I
hesitate.
Learned from the past what a big mistake it was to let them in.
Restless and Anxious had become a permanent resident in my home.
Can You Hear Me?
I cry out to the One who promised to be there no matter what.
SILENCE…SILENCE…SILENCE
Restless and Anxious continue to knock, but this time I noticed
that the noises are quite comforting.
I am getting closer and closer to letting them in.
Can You Hear Me?
I reach for the door and I am about to invite Restless and Anxious once more.
A familiar voice calls out my name and says Here I Am.
I have always been here by your side, I am the one who has given you the strength,
the comfort to withstand those uninvited guests.
But like I have told you and will remind you once again.
I am your deliverer, your refuge, your helper in time of need.
Psalm 18:6 (NIV)In my distress I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears.
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Can’t wait for the opportunity to distract me and reject
the promises that were given from my Lord.
They call out my name and promise me things that sound really great, and yet I
hesitate.
Learned from the past what a big mistake it was to let them in.
Restless and Anxious had become a permanent resident in my home.
Can You Hear Me?
I cry out to the One who promised to be there no matter what.
SILENCE…SILENCE…SILENCE
Restless and Anxious continue to knock, but this time I noticed
that the noises are quite comforting.
I am getting closer and closer to letting them in.
Can You Hear Me?
I reach for the door and I am about to invite Restless and Anxious once more.
A familiar voice calls out my name and says Here I Am.
I have always been here by your side, I am the one who has given you the strength,
the comfort to withstand those uninvited guests.
But like I have told you and will remind you once again.
I am your deliverer, your refuge, your helper in time of need.
Psalm 18:6 (NIV)In my distress I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears.
Take a look at my new book : They Call Me faith
Also available in b/w & Ebook format: CLICK HERE
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