Ahh, renewal.  Rest. Peace and Blessings.  Confidence, Contentment and Courage. That is what we all need everyday in our home education endeavors.

I shared something that happened last week on my front porch column.  I think as homeschooling Mothers no matter how confident we are in our methods sometimes we need to think outside of ourselves!  I know I preach a lot here about trusting your intuitions, believing in who you are--by God's grace, and trusting in yourself to do what is best for your kids.  Sometimes even those of us who have been at this for a long time can suffer periods of burn-out, or confusion and sometimes we can get that feeling of wanting to walk off the gangplank---or make someone else! 

 But one thing I try to share with you is to never, never, never, never give up.  (Who said that?  Sounds like a history question for you...or your kids!)  Always be open to new ideas, take them to heart if they work for you and toss them out if they don't. 

 Just remember, burnout can be caused by staying in a rut!  Get a jumpstart, get out of that deadly rut and get going again.  It might not always be smooth sailing, but I don't know of any journey that can give that guarantee.  After all, nobody said homeschooling was going to be a pleasure cruise, did they?  Remember what they said about the Titanic?  "Not even God Himself can sink this ship." 

Famous last words.

Just remember who your Captain is, and your homeschooling ship will stay on the straight and narrow course.

Homeschooling Is Life!

Nancy

p.s. Last week I had a bit of a random contest and the lucky winner is Ali!   I will be sending you a Homeschool "Spring" sticker....hope it helps usher in the Spring to your neck of the woods!

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