Yesterday, we took Kendra to Third Way and met with her county caseworker and one of the counselors on staff there. It was a tough thing for all of us, but Kendra truly does need help to develop the tools she will need to lead a successful life. Her biggest issue yesterday was learning that as a new resident they are not allowed to smoke for two weeks. With smoking being Kendra's primary coping mechanism, that might get ugly.

Kendra shares a room with two girls and should start at her new school tomorrow. We are taking a big step back for the next few weeks with the expectation that Kendra can accept her new reality and embrace being there and the help they offer instead of seeing it as punishment. Please continue to pray with us for the breakthrough that will allow Kendra to heal and grow during her time there. As Kendra progresses with therapy and independent living skills, she will move from this dormitory style facility to an apartment of her own in a building the program owns.

Noelle and Isaac are taking it in stride. A bit more emotional about things than normal, but I think they'll make the adjustment. Yesterday in the car, Noelle was "reading" Isaac the Christmas story - it was so great hearing her version of the angels appearing and Jesus being born. It was a good chance for me to embrace my true focus.