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How to Be a Peaceful Parent When You’re Overwhelmed
Do you want to be a peaceful parent? I know I do! Becoming a peaceful parent is the fervent desire of my heart. But it is not the default setting of my nature. And is especially challenging when I am overwhelmed! Nothing reveals our sin nature more than our families with whom we let down our guard and unfortunately, too often take for granted. We are at our most comfortable and vulnerable in our own homes. It is there we are tired, sick, weak, stressed, and do not put on the mask of calm competence that we often wear in public. Unfortunately, being vulnerable and comfortable, also makes us vulnerable…
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What to Do if You Want to Pursue Homeschooling
Are you wanting to pursue homeschooling after experiencing a small taste of what it can be during quarantine, but aren’t sure what to do next? AWESOME! Homeschooling has transformed our family. And I love encouraging others on their homeschool journey! I want to help you bridge that gap from traditional education to homeschooling. You might also like: To Homeschool or Not to Homeschool Let me assure you that even though it might feel overwhelming and scary from time to time, you can do this! I was so nervous when I started. I thought for sure I was going to ruin my child’s education. But instead I redefined what I expected education to…
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Helpful Advice for a New Homeschool Mom from a Veteran
My best advice for a new homeschool mom is GRACE and patience. Be gentle with yourself and your kids. This homeschool gig is not easy. Expect an adjustment period. I’ve been homeschooling since 2012 if you include pre-school. And we still have days it’s really hard. I’m a veteran educator with 17 years in the classroom. I often joke that teaching one unruly 4th grader is a million times harder than 150 high school students ever was. And I’m kind of not kidding. Teaching your own child involves many different dynamics, like obedience and discipline have to be balanced with family relationships and math. You and your child(ren) need time…
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Yes! You can Homeschool Bravely!
Yes, you can Homeschool bravely! Maybe your thought is Not me, I’m not a teacher. How could I possibly homeschool at all, much less bravely??? But I really want to assure you, you can homeschool. Homeschooling your children is a journey of growing together as a family and growing as an educator. You don’t have to have it all figured out on day one. You learned parenting as your child grew. Learning how to teach is a process too. As the work gets more challenging, you’ll get better at it, I promise. I remember being nervous about homeschooling. Even as a former high school teacher (17 years in the classroom),…
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5 Last Minute Methods to be Ready for Homeschool this year
Are you ready for homeschool? If you’re anything like me, summer lasted about five minutes and all of a sudden, it was back to school. And I was not ready. Wasn’t it just last week I had such grand plans for all I would accomplish this summer? I’ve barely started my summer projects, but tomorrow we head back to the classroom or our dining room (depending on the time of day). It’s the night before back to (home)school. What can you do NOW to be ready for homeschool this year? First, begin with God. Pray for your home and family as you transition back to essentially an unpaid, full-time job. Pray…
