Aug. 20, 2008 - Homeschool Memoirs #1 - All about Me
Well, some of you may probably know most of this but, to those who don't, here's an introduction to this Homeschool Mama!
My name is Chrissy Murphy (aka Mamasmurf) and I am in my late 40s. Myself and my family live near the city of Manchester in England and I am the homeschooling Mum to our only son - Littlesmurf - who will be 14 in March next year. The third member of our family is Robert, my husband, who is very shy about giving away his age!
My husband and I decided to begin homeschooling our son when he was about 9 - so he has had several years experience of being at school. Our decision was based on several things but, the main one was that he was being "picked on" because of his Christian beliefs (and this was at what was, on the surface, a "nice little church school"!!), making his life very miserable.
I was born and brought up in Wales and trained as a primary (elementary) schoolteacher; I taught other people's children for over 12 years until I took early retirement on health grounds when I was diagnosed with terminal neuroendocrine cancer (my son was then only 18 months old!). At that point, I was too poorly to even think of homeschooling, so school was the only option. Thank the Lord, I am now much better and strong enough to provide Littlesmurf with an apt and adequate education.
My husband used to be the British equivalent of a CSI officer - a fascinating job! He is now also retired and is my full-time carer. He is very involved with our local church and is also the vice-chairman of our regional branch of the NAGC (National Association for Gifted Children). One of his recent hobbies is amateur radio - my son is also very interested in this!
I was going to post a photograph of our family but, there are some in the last post about my god-daughter's wedding!
Comments
Aug. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by dartwns
Thanks for visiting my blog! Looking forward to getting to know you thru Homeschool Memoirs!
Christa
Aug. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by aiminghigh
Thanks for stopping by my blog. My brother married a gal from England...one that doesn't make tea. I know, I know. She shattered all my stereotypes. :>) See you around "class."
Many Blessings,
Holly
Aug. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by OldPathsMom
Thank you for stopping by my blog - it's very nice to meet you!
Aug. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by thecottageporch
Love your entry! I am looking forward to getting to know you!
Blessings,
Jen
www.t2chk.org/jensblog
Aug. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Lois O'Brien
Very nice looking family! I am looking forward to getting to know you!
Aug. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Nice to meet you! I enjoyed your post.
Renee'
http://rmboys2.wordpress.com/
Aug. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by homeschoolshelter
Hey there, I'm doing this too. No pics of our fam though. I have one close-up of a face and one of the top of a head in a few other blog entries. Can't stay anonymous if I start posting my photo, now can I? lol
I didn't realize you'd been ill so long. Whenever I think of terminal cancer I think of it being around 5 years or so, as that's what it's been in our family. I'm so glad that hasn't been the case for you.
JM
Aug. 21, 2008 - wow
Posted by Anonymous
Loved your post. I'm sure your life as an investigator was fascinating but I'm sure that it doesn't hold a candle to hsing now. ;)
Blessings
Kysha
www.lovesschool.com
Aug. 21, 2008 - Welcome!
Posted by MamaDuke
I'm so glad you joined the Homeschool Memoirs! Thank you for leaving a post earlier today. I'm really enjoying reading everyone's comments and posting on others...this should be a very interesting year!
Aug. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Sandpiper
I just stopped by to say that I did your tag, but I added a twist to it.
I didn't realize that you had cancer, I'm glad you are doing well though!
Aug. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
It is nice to meet you as well =)
Thanks for visiting my blog and have a great day.
Elaine
http://akhmmm.wordpress.com
Aug. 21, 2008 - Interesting!
Posted by kympossible
I learned some things I didn't know about you and your family. This looks like a neat meme, I might have to check it out!
Blessings,
Kym
Aug. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by MrsMomma
Hi Chrissy, Nice to meet you. I enjoyed reading your intro post and look forward to reading more!
-Heather
Aug. 21, 2008 - A long life for you!
Posted by Dana @ Cherry Soup
I loved reading that you are from England. I hope to visit there in about 4 years when my two 9th graders graduate - it's their senior graduation trip.
I will say prayers that you are blessed with long life and health!
My link: http://cherry-soup.blogspot.com/2008/08/homeschool-memoirs-1-all-about-you.html
Aug. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Sisterlisa
Hello and nice to 'meet' you. I'm glad to know your health is better and that you can now homeschool.
Aug. 21, 2008 - hi
Posted by Anonymous
Great to meet you! :D Have a great homeschool year!
Sherry
http://lampuntomyfeetandalightuntomypath.blogspot.com
Aug. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
It's good to get to know a little bit more about you! Best of luck in your homeschooling this year.
Kristiana
Aug. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Jocelyndixon
Well, I know you already but I had to go back at look at your family photos! How fun. :) Glad you're joining us!
Aug. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Lalaith
I love to hear about homeschoolers in other countries. I talk a lot online with people all over the world and know it's even less well known or accepted in other places.
It was nice visiting with you! I'll be looking for you in "class."
Mary Beth
Aug. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by April B
Hi! Nice to meet you! Have a blessed day!
http://www.thebrowniebunch.blogspot.com
Aug. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by PlainJane
So Nice to get to know you a little better! Happy to hear that you are feeling better now. Thanks for your lovely comments at my place too! Have a great weekend.
Aug. 23, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by franbles99
Well, I know you a little better now! Whilst I knew you'd been ill a while I didn't realise it was quite so long - bless you! I'm so glad that we have a loving Father, who trusts us with these things, and when we ask the infathomable 'why?', He just loves us. A wise friend once said to me that it is better to know God than to know 'why'. May we know Him more and more as we walk this path, that we may be transformed into His likeness!
Your husband's old job sounds very interesting. Happily I've just started watching CSI so I knew what you were talking about!!
See you soon I hope!
Sarah
Aug. 26, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Haflingerhorses
How fascinating! I think it is totally cool that you are in England. I look forward to reading more of your posts and getting to know you!
Antoinette
