It was so wonderful to see all you amazing people that we are on this journey with last night ! I am personally really struggle with being the parent I want to be with these children but I do feel Heavenly father is try to help me with some tools and I want to list some that I am finding helpful!
Of course first and foremost is the scripture and pray ( I will never forget the day I reread again how he will " with the temptations also make a was to escape , that ye may able to bear it"
Transforming the Difficult Child: The Nurtured Heart Approach
Howard Glasser; Jennifer Easley
A note with this book with as many kids as we all have the point system did not work well time wise but the positive theory was VERY helpful.
If you need help with being firm The total transformation CDs are helpful
( I could sell you mine cheap)
Heather T. Forbes' Bestselling Book, Beyond Consequences, Logic & Control, For those of us who need help with RAD kids
Sometimes some of these ideal seem opposite but for me personally I need a portion of each!
I also mention the BYU counseling clinic they are not equipped to deal with many of the kids themselves but many time we as parents or families need help coping and the are so reasonable $15 a visit
I have also found ways of dealing with our inner demons, past fear and beliefs that get in the way our having true faith and hope with our families and parenting.
I am thankful for the support of so many of you and your word of wisdom and hope!
The last thing I want to say is something I say to my builder when he asking asking why we were going the the fire, death, stolen cars, building a house and adoption These word came out my mouth ( If any one know if it is a quote I should credited someone for) or if the Lord actually inspired me I said " THE GREATER THE DREAM THE GREATER THE OPPOSITION)
My prayer for us all is for HOPE!
Love Debbie
