As a first year homeschooler I was blessed to have many positive role models.  I was surrounded by women who wanted me to succeed in having a joyful home as well as a successful school.  I knew then that I wanted to make sure that many more parents had positive and loving encouragement just like I received.  It didn't occur to me until just now but these women were like mothers to me.  In doula work we say "Mother the mother" and this applies to homeschooling as well.  It is always on my heart to learn how to encourage people in an honoring way.   I've made plenty of mistakes but my heart is in the right place. 

I have been homeschooling for 7 years and still have plenty to learn.  As I learn I would like to pass it along. 

A few years back I had time to do monthly meetings for new homeschoolers.  Although I enjoyed the process I didn't think the set up was doing appropriate service to the parents involved.  I think its important that once a new homeschooler gets their feet wet they need to seek out their own socialization with other homeschoolers.  I felt sometimes the meetings held them back and made them insecure.  I think new homeschoolers need to be supported in a way that honors their commitment and honors their time.  

I would love to add a co-author to this blog.  Until I find out if that is even a possibility I would like to place articles written by my friends as well as myself. 

You are not alone.  :)  Be encouraged. 

Candace