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Apr. 5, 2009

Feeling of Drowning

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I haven't been here in awhile and well now its just me rambling. I'm at the point of feeling like i'm drowning and getting NOTHING done. And just have the overall feeling of failing my son in what my job is to be. I'm pretty sure we'll be doing stuff throughout the summer. Its just all so tough because I know dang well he's behind where his peers wouild be. THen again since I'm still trying to get a handle on the stuff that he didn't get learned in the public school system. I just have many days of feeling like a failure, along with all the personal stuff I've been dealing with. Its really just getting tough. Especially when you should be rounding out your year or that's what you've done in the past around this time of the year.

 

Sigh all I can do is pray he won't be harmed too much if he ever has to attend public school again!

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Apr. 5, 2009 - Look up!

Posted by doughgirl37
Hi there. My heart just went out to you as I read your post. I am only 2 years into this homeschool thing and other veterans may have better things to say but here is my encouragement to you. Look up and not around at comparing to the public school timeline or what others his age are doing. Enjoy your time at this stage and flow with the gifts and talents he has.
When my son took so long to potty train I would just keep telling myself "It's ok, by the time he gets to high school he will know how to go potty" LOL!!
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Apr. 5, 2009 - Thanks

Posted by Emily23
And this is only my 3rd yr. And I know deep down things will click with my son when his brain or whatever is ready. Just tough sometimes. Thanks much means a lot to have reminders that I really SHOULD be able to remember better on my own
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Apr. 6, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by kympossible
Honestly, I feel similar to this at some point during almost every school year, and this is the 11th year we've been doing this!! There's those moments where you doubt yourself and your ability to teach your child well. Wonder if they are "behind" or missing out on something important, wonder if they'll succeed at college or a career, etc. It keeps us humble. 8-) You're doing a great job!!

Blessings,
Kym
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Apr. 11, 2009 - Hi!

Posted by ByHisGraceInColorado
I was just taking a quick peek today at some blogs and ended up here :) I loved the links on your current post; we always are on the lookout for new books to read, especially historical ones! Thanks!

I just wanted to say that we will all have our doubts about what we are doing as homeschoolers, but we need to focus on what is important and not what we have always been told is important! What I mean by that, is to get rid of (and its not always easy) all those lies we were told in public school.

Please trust your instincts and seek the Lord on all the issues that concern you. He is a wonderful counselor and knows right where you are.


I just found a wonderful resource by a gal named Renee' Ellison, called The Power of a Focused Mother. It is available in ebook form at a great price, and you can get it from CrossOver.Ellison.net. It really spoke to my heart, and it is my prayer that if you are able to get it, it will do the same for you.

Hang in there friend! You are not alone, and you can do it! With God all things are possible.

Have a wonderful weekend,
Nancy
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Everyday ramblings about my family life, with my husband and son, on the farm. I'm Emily, mom to one son who I'll refer to as CJ. Married for 12 years been together almost 14 years. We live in North Central, Minnesota in the boonies. We are on our 4th year in Homeschooling and its been fun and a great descision. Sometimes my posts will relate to personal issues I'm dealing with while trying to give my son the best education I can. We've tried several things along this short journey of ours and hoping somethings will stay or we'll find things that work better soon.

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