Oct. 29, 2006 - Breaking the news to my dad!
I know I did not mention it in my first blog but I was putting off telling my father that we had decided to home school. I know how he feels about the idea and knew it was not going to go over very well. He stopped by Friday to bring the girls some chewing gum as he does so very often. While he was here he ask Alexa a question about school and she told him she did not go to school anymore. I'm sure he thought she was just pulling his leg. He told her we could not have her be a 1st grade drop out and she responded with "I'm doing home school now". At this point my dad looks at me and ask what she is talking about. I told him that we had decided to home school and attempted to explain our decision. He tells me that he thinks it is a terrible decision and that the girls will miss out on to much and that I should rethink this home schooling idea. He tells me that it is obvious that Alexa is going to be an athlete and I should not take that away from her. I told him that I had already thought of that and assured him we would continue to participate in rec ball. He does not feel that will be enough for her and that one day she is going to want to go to middle and high school to be able to be a part of the athletic program. At some level I guess I worry about her wanting that in the years to come just as my father does. Although, I'm sure I'll have my answers before we have to cross that bridge I would love some suggestions that maybe would ease my dad's mind on the subject.
Comments
Oct. 29, 2006 - Take courage!!!!!
Posted by BarbaraLee
I know the feeling. My folks don't like the idea. But guess what. We have been doing this for 6 years. And they still don't like it. My children are doing great. They are having fun. The second child is studing for his GED. That was his desion. He is make adult choices. Isn't that what HS is about. My children don't like hanging around mischiefs. They now right from wrong and see it in others. But the best part they don't get sucked up in the bad crowd and walk away. Your dad probly won't ever come around. My didn't but you are a parent make choices for your family. That is what God put in your heart. I was told by a good friend you know you are making the right choice when you have someone trying to change your mind. That is Satan weasling in on your family life. So take heart. You are doing the right thing.
Oct. 29, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by grandmommy
I don't know the ages of your children but who's to say that by the time they are in high school, they will even be interested in sports? Also some private schools allow homeschooled children to participate in sports. I've heard that in some states, public schools allow homeschoolers to participate in sports. Community Centers also have leagues. We have no way of knowing what the future holds. My daughters played tennis and soccer but were never enrolled in a high school.
Gina
