My son and I attended our first homeschool support group meeting on Friday, February 2. Unfortunately, we were given an incorrect address and literally walked in circles in about 5 degree above zero weather. After walking for about 15 minutes, I was ready to surrender and go home. My boy, however, kept prompting me on and saying, "We'll find it ma." He also said he wasn't cold as he was properly clothed for the weather. We finally found the library, although the address was different from the one we had been given. We were about half an hour late; fortunately, the meeting hadn't started yet.
Overall, the experience was a good one. All the members were seasoned homeschoolers and welcomed us very warmly. The children impressed me as they were the most well behaved children I had ever seen. The group has some longevity too; they've been meeting since 1996.
The parents asked if I had any concerns and answered all my questions. While the adults were meeting, the children were in an adjacent room. Initially, my boy sat with me, but I encouraged him to visit with the other children. He wasn't enthused about this. Most of the children were older than him, and he later told me that he didn't want to be friends with those "library kids." When I asked him why, his response was that being there was no fun. He expected physical activities, and I have since discovered that there are some that take place in between the monthly meetings. Additionally, I was told that there are families with children his age, but they are just taking a "winter break." We're going to attend some of the gym classes and other activities before the next monthly meeting.
I am grateful to the Lord for finding this group, but I am still praying for a Christian group that meets in the city on a regular basis. Pray with and for me.
Ms. Phyllis
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Feb. 15, 2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
I will pray in agreement with you, Ms. Phyllis!
TexasMomof3