During the time Merrym was going to college, she was very happy. It was one of the best periods of her disabled life. I think if Merrym were allowed, she would have been a "professional student". It gave her a sense of accomplishment and built her self-esteem. No matter what the assignment, she never complained.
Merrym would call me, excited about an assignment she had. All I could think was, "How will she ever be able to do this?" I was thinking about my college classes and they were not easy. I couldn't imagine Merrym doing all that work, but she seemed to flourish.
Merrym never went into any class expecting to get an A. She went into the class knowing that she would do her best and she would accept the grade that she earned. She didn't try to get special favor on any assignment. Yes, she needed help with note taking, but that was all she asked for. If she needed any other help, she sought it out. She was never afraid to ask professors to better explain things. She treated the professors like friends and did not put them on a pedestal.
Merrym had amazing stamina and has proved she can do anything in spite of her disability. Even when she got sick, she would get her assignments done on time. What was amazing was that she always went the extra mile, helping her professors and other students when needed.
If you ever think you can't get through a problem or task, just think about Merrym. Not only that, call her, or facebook her and she will encourage you.
My heart is steadfast, God, my heart is steadfast.
Psalm 57:7
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