The Winds of Change


We've decided to homeschool. Most of you probably already know that. You know what, though? I haven't gotten the responses that I thought I'd get since I started telling people. I expected most everyone to look at me like I'm psycho...and, they do...but not for the reasons I thought they would.


I believe the winds of change are blowing on the way people perceive homeschool.


I thought they'd picture the weirdos that make up the unsocialized homeschool stereotype. Instead, everyone I have told has had a positive reaction...except for ONE thing.

Here's how the conversation goes...


Friend: What school track is Bubs going to be on next year?

Me: (Blushing) Actually, we've decided to homeschool.

Friend: Oh, I could never do that. You must be Superwoman.


Well, guess what? I'm not.


I probably won't be the best homeschool teacher the world has ever known, but I'll try. And I'll love being with my babies in the process.


I probably won't have a clean house all the time (I already don't). We are very much into art projects around here, and let-me-tell-ya, we make a mess sometimes.


I probably won't always love the decisions I've made. I'm sure there will be nights that I'll break down to the husband-man...nights that I'll feel overwhelmed with insecurities and stresses.


BUT, I have to do it. I want to do it. I CAN'T WAIT to do it.


I have prayed about it. It's right for us.


We have come up with this vision for our family. Our stay-at-home family. And we are working HARD to make it a reality.

6 comments:

  1. I made that same decision 5 years ago and stressed and worried and prayed. Guess what!?! It is work, it is messy, it is delightful, and it is do-able!! You'll love your decision and the Lord will help and bless you. We heart homeschool!!
    *hugs*

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  2. I'm leaning heavily toward homeschooling as well (when the time comes). I can't wait to read all about your home school adventures!

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  3. It's awesome that you're getting such a positive response for homeschooling. I'm in England (Europe, not New England), and homeschooling is beginning to take off now. It's something, when I'm married and hopefully have children I wish to do it. I admire all those who do, in any adversity they encounter.

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  4. You will not regret your decision.

    May the Lord richly bless and edify your family through your homeschooling endeavors.

    Blessings and warmest of regards,
    Diane and Robert at edifyathome.com

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  5. The comments about homeschooling have certainly changed over the years. I remember the days when socialization and pajamas were key questions when I told people I'd been homeschooled. Now people wistfully reflect, "I just don't have the (energy, patience, intelligence, fill-in-the-blank) for it."

    Nope, nowadays everybody wishes they could--and is convinced they can't because they think it takes superpowers. (Of course, meeting my mom doesn't do so much to allay the "superwoman" impression of homeschooling mothers :-P)

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  6. Isn't it the truth? I have had that exact same conversation many times. Me superwoman? Are you kidding me? With as much as I yell at my kids? There is no way I could be accused of that. It doesn't require super-human strength to teach my kids. I think it is actually a lot less of a hassle than taking them to school and dealing with a teacher and homework. Please.

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