We've had a yo-yo ride these last few weeks with Kendra. She decided that she really wants to be a part of our family, so we agreed that it's never too late to make that choice and change her behaviors. It turns out it's much easier to make the decision than it is to change the behavior.
Last week we met with Kendra's "team" and collectively decided that if the end goal is for Kendra to successfully be a part of our family, the best way to accomplish that is for Kendra to move into a program in which she will receive the therapy and life skills preparation that she desperately needs. We have committed to being available as Kendra's family to support her through that process. Kendra's stance is that if she is sent there, she will run away. She continues to be defiant and combative with us in the mean time. We are praying that an opening is available really soon so that she can transition.

Please continue to pray for safety and protection over all of us. Pray that Kendra will be able to see that she needs help and choose to stay and actively participate in the work necessary for healing. Pray that they will have an opening for Kendra SOON.