SPT 04.24.2007 (LATE AGAIN)
don’t I look hella haggard!!!! I’ve been travelling 24 hours without my suitcases by this time…I was a little tired!
I’ve been neglecting my blog again, sawdy bout that. When things get crazy that’s what I tend to do, neglect things, even things I like to do, like my blog.
I’ve been going through changes lately. A lot good, some confusing. They aren’t real physical changes, but mental, spiritual, etc. I really run the gamut of emotions from seriously thinking I may jump off a building to thinking “man I just survived 9 hours in an airport with my kids BY MYSELF, and I didn’t freak out.” I might be getting better at this life thing!
Homeschooling keeps coming up as an issue for me. I’m not sure how I’m feeling about it. Somedays (when I’m not in the middle of doing school) I’m fine with it, it makes me happy that my kids are with me and are safe from some of the bad stuff, but then sometimes when I’m in the middle of trying to wrangle information out of Jaylie I’m ready to give it up tomorrow or even yesterday. I’m praying for direction. I don’t think every person or family is called to homeschool. I don’t think EVERY child benefits from homeschooling. I do think its a choice, a calling even, for some people. I’m seeking God’s direction for OUR family! Jaden is starting kindergarten next year, and I’m a little nervous about adding another child to this mix.
Life keeps on rolling along though, another day another week another month. I’m trying to roll with it!!!
God is good, ALL the time!
It’s so hard to know what the “right” decision is sometimes, isn’t it. God will give you the guidance you’re seeking and will fill you with a sense of peace that whichever way you go will be the “right” way.
9 hours in an airport with three kids!? You already win “Saint of the year” in my opinion
I know that with the current relationship I have with Marx there is no way that I could homeschool him, maybe another year or another time but not now. I know that you will find the right answer, no matter what it might be.
9 hours, 3 kids, by yourself? Seriously, you are my hero!
You are right though, every family and every child has different needs. Whichever way you are guided WILL be the right way for you and your family.
Ok, the airport thing would have had me totally frazzled…wtg! Being a former homeschooler, I can totally understand how you are feeling, Joy. Keep praying about it, and He’ll let you know what to do…hugs!
You are the woman!!!! WOW, 9 hours in an airport with 3 kids by yourself! You rawk so hard! I know that God will help you decide which direction to go. My mother tried homeschooling my younger brother when he was younger and it just didn’t fit for either of them and she’s a retired teacher. She prayed for direction and God helped her decided it wasn’t a fit for either one of them. So, just listen to HIM and HE will guide you.
Hey there girl!!! It’s been a LONG time since we chatted last!
Man! I admire you for being in that airport with your kiddos … ALONE!!!! Eeks! I would have totally had a melt down!! WTG!
And I’m sure that you will know what God wants you to do in regards to the whole homeschooling thing. I have a friend who homeschools and I admire her greatly for doing so. There are many times when I have wondered whether or not I should do it but I’m just not sure that I’m cut out for the job! Just keep seeking Him & you’ll have the answers you need!
Praying that you will make the right choices for your life and your babies.
I have had those toss it out the window days, too (as far as homeschooling goes), but I have yet to get the courage up to give up. My TWO (a few less than you have in the mix) kids are in 3rd and 4th grades. Have you read Educating the WholeHearted Child? It is very encouraging. So is “Beyond Survival” by Diana Waring. Be of good cheer! God will get you through it.
Hey there, found you via SPC, I hear you on the down days of homeschooling. I have 4 little ones and it is a challenge at times, but then I think of all the stuff I don’t have to deal with – them being gone all day under someone elses authority and influence and then me being tied to someone elses schedule, not for me. We homeschoolers have a freedom that is to be cherished. But in the end, you are right not every family is called to do it and prayer is the bottom line! I love that airport shot, I can just imagine how you made it through!
Shona
You are the second person I’ve met that is in the process of homeschooling her children! My friend, Julie, is considering teaching her teen who is having some trouble in school. I am considering myself because my husband, who is a pastor, may go into interim pastoring/church revitalization. This would mean the only consistent thing in their life would be the homeschooling. But, like you, I am praying for God’s direction and would like some answers before September, when she is able to go to Pre-K! Take heart and I’ll be praying for you! Oh, your ProvoCraft stuff looks great! You GO!
Alli
i love that shot, and i wanted you to know that you guys are in our conversations with Father… one day…. we will get to hang out.