Nov. 19, 2008
Home Spun strip #291
Posted in Home Spun comic part 15
My greatest fear is criticism. Which is silly, because I tend to go against the grain a lot. Starting with my desire to have a homebirth (unfulfilled until my third pregnancy), breastfeeding, family bed, extended breastfeeding, homeschooling, I always seemed to find myself taking the road less traveled.
But that doesn't mean I didn't care about what others thought. I really do seek approval, especially from family and friends. I like the reassurance that I am doing the right thing because making decisions is scary for me. Perhaps because I was the youngest, I haven't always trusted my judgment, even when I've researched and agonized over my choices.
I still look for reassurance, but as the years pass, I realize that reassurance comes from watching my kids grow and mature. And they tell me I'm doing a good job.
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Nov. 20, 2008 - <em>Untitled Comment</em>
 Posted by Haflingerhorses
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Yes, criticism is hard. And when your like me and you (homebirths, homeschool, etc..) you learn to just keep your eyes on Him and to do what He's directing you to do. Then criticism just makes us stronger in our beliefs. It would be a sad way to live to do what others are doing just so we wouldn't get criticized.
Antoinette
Edited by Haflingerhorses on Nov. 19, 2008 at 11:13 PM
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Nov. 21, 2008 - We ALL do....
 Posted by LadyPoet33
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We all seem to want that acceptance.
But as homeschoolers and all the other stuff that we learn along the way tends to go against the grain.
I live in a state where I don't have to report to ANYONE!!! I LOVE it!!! Not because my kids don't learn, but because I feel I know them better than some pencil pusher who wants my kids to jump through hoops instead of actually learn.
Anyway...know you aren't alone. I just love your comics and I hope you never stop!
LadyPoet33
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Nov. 21, 2008 - Thanks
 Posted by BerryGirlyMom
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Thank for you comment on my page last month, though I just read it today. Sorry!
Of course you are doing a good job! As for me, on the other hand, it will probably take me a year to unschool the kids. At least I followed your advice before I knew it existed. Nolan is no longer doing the online school, so now it is up to me.
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