May Face of a Foster Care Graduate-Lexy
May 3, 2009
Our May graduate comes to us from the state of Missouri. Her name is Alexandra, Lexy for short. We never know what source of inspiration will come to us in our time of need. For Lexy, her inspiration was found after viewing a movie called The Passion of Christ. Her life changed forever and she shares her story with you…meet Lexy…
Name: Lexy Ann
State: Missouri
Occupation: College Student
Marital Status: Single
Favorite Inspirational Book: KJV Bible
Beautiful Child
My five years in foster care from the ages of 8 to 13 was very miserable. I felt so very alone, isolated from everyone moving in the world as well. I didn’t talk very much in school or which ever home I was in because I figured I would just be moving to another foster home soon, so why try to make friends. I remember many nights I longed for a Mom to tuck me in and tell me she loves me, but my only comfort was a blanket and a pillow. I held a lot of hurt and anger in from everybody, trying to act like I had it all together but deep down I was about ready to have a nervous breakdown. I was split up from my two brothers and one sister during the years I was in foster care. They were in different homes. I hated that because other kids would talk about their siblings, but I would hang down my head in shame as if it was my fault I was split up from them. I thought it was my fault we were taken away from our abusive home. It wasn’t until my early 20s I realized nothing that happened in my childhood was my fault. I blamed myself, but now, I realize the things that happened, I had no control over. I was only a little girl, not 30 years old, which often times I acted like. I had to grow up at a very young age, which no child should have to do.
At about age 20 a devastating and very traumatic event took place. I was left feeling desperate, alone, very hurt, scared, deeply depressed, angry, scared by people who were suppose to be my family and protect me, and so much more. A friend from a collage I was attending at the time asked me if I wanted to go to church with her. I thought to myself, it’s either commit suicide or see what this “church” has to offer. I soon found out it wasn’t so much what the “church” had to offer, it was about what’s already been I offered. That night of May 14th, 2004 was the start of a new life in Christ for me. I realized I have sinned and fallen short of God’s Grace. My sins were revealed to me. I remember as I heard the truth, “is there any hope for me? Will God give up on me now?” Soon after, the preacher said, but there’s good news, GOD LOVES YOU, HE SENT JESUS CHRIST IN THE FLESH TO DIE FOR YOU ON THE CROSS SO YOU CAN BE FORGIVEN OF YOUR SINS. All you have to do is repent and be born again. Hearing the words God loves you was the most beautiful words I have ever heard in my entire life! I didn’t care who was on the right or left side watching me as I made my way to the altar, but I walked with tears filling my eyes as the simplicity of Jesus Christ and His Loving message filled my heart. I repented of my sins and as soon as I did it felt like a human hand inside my heart mending every broken, shattered piece back together. What happened, I couldn’t explain in words, all I can say is I had an unspeakable miraculous encounter with God. My life has never been the same. I am so happy now! Even my friends who knew me in grade school as well as high school who have gotten in touch with me recently notices the happiness in my eyes now they hadn’t ever seen before.
Yes, my childhood was robbed from me, but now I have a future and I’m the one who decides what I want in this life. I choose to serve Jesus Christ and open up a Safe Haven for Abused Children to make a difference in other children’s lives. I want to let them know that they can come out of foster care and do something wonderful with their lives. I want these children to know that their lives don’t have to be over (as they often feel like they are) they can be just beginning.
I’ve never had another flashback or nightmare of my childhood since Jesus has taken over in my life. I am so THANKFUL!
In order to begin Safe Haven for Abused Children, I will need a Master’s Degree in Social Work and Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration most likely. Also, I’m planning working for the Division of Family Services for a couple years after I obtain Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. I have already contacted the state of Missouri asking the requirements needed to run an organization such as Safe Haven. I know I will need to go to college to get the correct degrees to make sure Safe Haven is State approved. I currently attend a wonderful college in Missouri. I know it’s going to be a long hard road, but in the end it will all be worth it. I’ve come a long way already, what’s a few more obstacles to push through? I’m ready for the challenge of becoming a stronger person. I want to help these abused children to know there is Hope (God) in this cold dark world. These abused children are the ones that need the most help and I want to begin helping them as soon as possible. Thank you so very much for reading my story and taking the time to hear about Safe Haven, a place where abused children will know they are loved by God.
Confident and Strong
God Bless You Continuously,
Lexy Ann
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A miracle worker in the making. Many lives will change for the better and it is already occurring with the first one Miss Alexandra (Lexy)
Your like a stock of perfect corn that originated with one seed that was thrown into the stones and briar’s. Then an angel came by lifted you up and placed you far from those stones and briar’s. Then the angel placed you into very rich and blessed soil. Your still being tended to and your still growing. Soon very soon the many ears of corn that you will grow from you. Will turn into a multitude of corn kernel seeds. That will be planted into the fields. Thus the circle of multitudes will continue and it all began with you, a single important seed of great value and importance.
C.J. MacKechnie
As a personal friend of Lexy’s, I want to say that she is a special person, chosen by our Father God for a purpose and a time. God will send people along her way to make sure this purpose is fulfilled.
I am glad God sent her into our lives for a while. She blessed our home, our church and all the people she came in contact with. The vision God has put in her heart and spirit will be completed because she will be faithful to work toward that with passion.
Rev. Iva Halcomb
Salem, Mo
As one of your college instructors, I’d say you are well on your way to attaining your professional goals. I have enjoyed having you as a student and knowing you as a person. Your life experiences, your desire to help others, and your faith in God, when added to your education will take you far. God Bless You!
Lexy ,
Wow you are truly amazing. Hold onto to your dreams don’t ever give up on them..children are counting on you! You will be Great.
hello, my little princess lexy this is your birth mommy here i am so happy u are going to be reaching out to abused children and i pray it help’s all the children that you come to have in your life!! i wish the best in your dream to do this becouise there is so many abused children out there that sure do need a good home and a safe home to turn to!!! GOOD LUCK!!!! and GOD BE WITH U ALWAYS!!! Love, your birth mommy Helen!!! 5/06/09
May is National Foster care month
as the adoptive parents of Lexy and her siblings, we have been
blessed and impressed with the accomplishments all our children
have made over the last 14 yrs, Lexy is a very special daughter, her quirkiness and fun loving ways are unique just as she is smart
her love of Jesus and all people and animals gives her the strength, tenacity, and hope to fullfill all her dreams. reconnecting
with birth mom Helen has been a tremendous step in the healing
process. Thank you . We stand behind Lexy and her siblings as
well as beside them in life, and we thank God every day for our
children. We love you , mom and dad
Hello my precious neice,,,,i am so proud of you,,you will make a difference….your love .caring,and giving,, you are of a special kind,,and the love of Jesus,in your life,,i am so glad you are doing this for children,, my you always be sweet ,kind and loveable,, i am thankful you are back in my life,,,what a blessing to me,,love you,God bless you,, aunt rose,
Dear Lexy,
I have never been prouder of anyone in my life!! God is blessing you as I always knew He would.I can not wait until you get Safe Haven up & running. I want to be your first visitor( and maybe volunteer also).Just keep up the good work and keep us informed.
All Our Love
Judy
I love my sister i think she will do a great at help child all over the world .Because she know how it feels to go through forster home and how the child must feel .she will be great and help the child and she will be a great mom one day and i love and belive in my sister . we both have come a long way and now are in better home now and plus we still see are birth mommy and have time to spend with her and i am happy for my sista she can do it she is a very strong women and sister to me and everyone else in her family love you sista .love hannah sansevere
Lexy, this is my first time meeting you, through your story on this awesome website. I’m glad that you chose going to church instead of attempting suicide. Because of that choice the world is blessed to have you as a women of God, inspired by the cross. What an amazing testimony. Focused on your dreams and goals: Safe Haven for Abused Children will come true. My prayers are with you.
It’s been a while sweetie: Colossians 1:16 You are his creation, and he has a plan for you. It is your duty and obligation to fullfill his predestined plan, and you are doing so. I too as everyone else,
is very proud of you. Your reward will come, after you fullfill your calling by helping others You have a love and a presence that feeds many lives.
Keep Shinning!
I love you babe, and will be praying for you!
Lexy
Follow your heart, my wife and I have had the awesome opportunity to do the same. We started by adopting our youngest son from Jamaica, then we opened Faith Foundation Childrens Home for abused children. We now have 56 boys and 16 girls who we have the privelage of sharing the good news of Christ. Follow your heart and never limit God! God is not looking so much for ability as He is availability!
God bless you!
Buck Proffer
Dear Lexy
I was sooo blessed to run across this page. may 14th is also the birthday for the nation of Israel. I know God will use you in a mighty way. Go to http://www.thecry.us and click on the Eminemnce project. I am not sure how I wound up on this page, but i believe it was God.
I have found that being a father to the fatherless is the most rewarding thing I have ever been. It’s being like my father (God).
Pastor Patrick Kaveny