If we do nothing then nothing will happen. And "nothing" for Ryan, and many like him, is to sit in front of the TV at our house; all day, everyday. So, CW says that you have to do "something". We have to be pro-active in some way. We need to figure out how Ryan will spend his time. So far, all we have done is cross things OFF the list. It doesn't look like staying at the public schools for another year or two will benefit Ryan and he needs some time to grow up a bit more before he enrolls in a college experience program.
If you are local and connected, you will ask the "have you thought about?" question for several area programs; Voc Rehab, TRC, etc. The answer is yes, we looked at them; and no, not a good fit for Ryan. Did it again didn't we? Crossed more stuff OFF the list.
Ryan was watching the movie, "Evan Almighty" last week. Morgan Freeman, in the role of God, is telling Steve Carell's character to build an ark. In one scene, Carell responds by saying that he just couldn't do it; he had plans. And God laughed; big, loud, and long. While it is funny to watch, I admit that the personal application is much more serious. News flash to me --- I am not in charge. Now, it you don't hang your hat on the same spiritual nail, I understand; But understand this--- I do.
So, yes, we are going to hammer out some plans for Ryan because we love him and don't want "nothing" to happen. But, at the same time; this is a story in progress. God has an awesome plan for Ryan and I can't wait to watch him solve our little puzzle.
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