Oct. 29, 2008 - A Bump in the Road

  My family has hit a bump in the road in our homeschooling adventure.  Unfortunately, I have been having health problems and I cannot count on having the energy to “do school” everyday.  I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia about 6 months ago.  I have good days and not-so-good days.  On not-so-good days I am unable to do much of anything at all.  The kids are able to keep up with the subjects that they do on the computer, but what we miss most is our reading together time. I end up feeling guilty about that and the dirty laundry that piles up, the dishes stacked in the sink, and supper not being ready when my husband comes in from work.  Invariably, I feel as if I need to explain myself and make sure that no one thinks I’m just being lazy. 

 I have thought about placing my homeschool kids into public school – but that thought passes by very quickly.  I know that is not the best option for us right now.  I have had to revisit our reasons for choosing to homeschool in the first place.   I love the flexibility that we have.  I like that my kids can work at their own pace.  I love teaching my children.  After much frustration and prayer, I’ve come to terms with the fact that I simply can’t do everything I want to do. 

 I decided to research some other options and I’ve chosen an online homeschooling program for my 7^th grader.  He will be be completing all of his school work on the computer.  I will be here to answer questions and to give guidance, but much of the teaching responsibility will be off my shoulders.  My 3^rd grader has already been working on an online program that I’ve been very pleased with.  I can still teach all of my children the really important life lessons – even on my “not-so-good” days.

 We all pass through trying times and different seasons of life.  Well, this is one of those times for me and my family.  I must admit that it has not been easy for me to accept that I cannot be Supermom.  But I do serve a Super God, and He is ultimately in charge of everything concerning me and my family.  I hold tight to Proverbs 3:5-6 which says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.  In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path.”

 God bless you all and have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

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