We began our 'schoolyear' about 2 weeks after little Sarah was born, so around the first of September.  I was surprised with how easy the family flowed together this year.  This is the first year we have not done schooling through the summer, and I think the boys were ready fro some structure. 

We have  made a few changes to our schooling.  One of the biggest changes is:  I have a new attitude about it....a better attitude.  I have always known God intends for me to homeschool our children.  Not once have I wanted to put them in public school, or even in private school.  But, I have not always done it with a postive attitude.  I have viewed it as a dreaded job, nothing I looked forward to.  My mind would wander with all the chores I needed to accomplish within our home.  I would dread the fights that would ensue between me and our STRONG WILLED child, Coy. 

This year though, I have done what I should have done a long time ago. I have given our schooling COMPLETELY over to the Lord.  I know I cannot do this on my own.  I cannot even attempt to accomplish this without God's hands covering us. 

And I am reaping the rewards of God's blessings!   I am seeing dramatic improvement in myself, and my children.  I am seeing how God is working to help me be a better mother, a better teacher.  How God is changing my son's hearts to look forward to school, to accomplish their tasks. 

I am already seeing amazing growth in their learning abilities.  Areas they were weak in a month ago, they have now mastered.  I am watching in amazement as God works on my family!

Blessings,

Hope