It's hard to believe that our family is counting down the last week of my husband's college career! He graduates next Friday, May 5th, at 7:30pm.  He still has 2 finals to take, but that's it. Life's a little crazy at the moment, but the end is near. I pray for calm this week as he studies and takes his exams. I have to work the nights before both exams in order to be off for the ceremonies, but I was able to send 4 out of 5 of the children to grandparents' houses for a few days. So, it should be a little quieter. The oldest will be at home to manage things when I'm not.

Recommendation to all men: don't wait until you're 36 with 5 kids to go back to college full-time!

Recommendation to all unmarried women: Make sure your beloved is finished with his education and/or established with his profession before getting married.

Recommendation to all married women: Support your husband in pursuing his dream even if it means sacrificing some of yourself. When he started school in the fall of 2004, I was only working 1-2 times a week. We were still able to homeschool effectively, and life was OK. When my dh asked me to increase my hours and pick up the insurance, I fought him. Then, a wise friend gently reminded me of my need to submit. I willingly changed my status, and Gary's stress level immediately decreased. He openly tells people that he couldn't have done this without me. After we move, I'll be able to stay-at-home. PTL!

This entire pursuit has taught our kids to work together as a team. Everyone has supported Daddy during this time, and everyone will be rewarded by his new career and by having a full-time mom again. Our schooling was minimized to the basics of education and LOTS of life lessons! That's usually the best!

Please keep us in your prayers this week.

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