They are really great kids. I love their blogs because it's a look into each of their minds and hearts-even if it's just a few lines or a video of them rambling on. That's just how they are feeling, and I always want to know how they are feeling.
For a little over a year my kids have been at home with me. I love having this rare opportunity to spend sharing my knowledge with them and exploring new areas of study together. I used a curriculum based on the state standards last year, but this year we started a new school online. This will be the last year we attend this school. The curriculum is wonderful, but many of the things that I didn't like about the public schools are the same with this school- only coming directly into my home rather than at the school down the street. So, next year I will be using Abeka's curriculum along with the local co-op for Spanish, art, P.E., and other extra curricular interests.
My children are so unique and need different learning paths. Not only different than the way they learn in public school, but also very different from each other. This is why I home school. I also homeschool because I believe in totally different values than what they teach in school. I also really enjoy it. This time with my children is precious and before long they will be grown up with families of their own.
I want each of my children to remember their childhood and their time at home with fondness. I want their lives here to be full of love and direction. I want to teach them NOW about setting goals, working hard, reaching for the stars. It's never too early to figure out what you want, or just explore all your options in the peace of your home. My children will know that whatever they choose to do, they will not only get support from me emotionally, but I will be right along with them while they explore, learn, and grow. This is what my life is all about! I am so excited to see how they grow and change. I cannot wait to see what they become. All four of my kids are precious, special, and destined to meet their goals- whatever they may be!
My oldest is in public school. She desires to go to high school with her peers and get the high school experience. This is something she feels she needs to do. Though it's not what I want for her, I will support her and guide her through her experience. As long as she keeps her goals as her priority, I hope she gets everything she wants from high school! I know she will make a difference in the lives of the people around her. She has made such a difference in my life!
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