My three sons 2004

Through a crisis pregnancy that was given a death sentence,

to a diagnosis of Down’s Syndrome and Autistic Spectrum Disorder,

through much laughter, joy and peace,

panic and tears,

I have learned to Anticipate Grace.

I don’t believe God has promised me a life without trouble,

but He does promise to give me strength in my weakness.

He promises to give me wisdom when I ask for it without doubting,

and He promises there is no fear in His perfect love,

because perfect love casts out fear!

To “Anticipate Grace” is to anticipate pleasure, a favorable decision, with the grace to perform a duty!

I Anticipate Grace-because God always gives us all we really  need- when we need it.

I Anticipate Grace-because my child is of value to God, He will help provide what he needs.

I Anticipate Grace-because there is always pleasure and great joy in a full heart of  love for my child.

I Anticipate Grace- because I trust in the goodness and love of God for our lives.

As I attempt to share our special needs family, I hope you will be able to Anticipate Grace in your own special need.