Why we homeschool

So my last post was maybe a bit harsh. I was venting and I apologize if I offended anyone or put anyone off. The thing is homeschooling is hard enough as it is. To add being criticized and judged for how we school just makes it all the more difficult. I think all homeschool parents are probably harder on ourselves. Always wondering if we are doing a good enough job, should we be doing some other curriculum, or are we pushing too hard, or going too slow, or making it too easy. So to be questioned on top of that by often complete strangers can be frustrating.

Regardless, I feel it best to share the joys of homeschooling here, rather than the difficulties. One of the main reasons we choose to homeschool is so that we can be the main influence on our children's lives during their formative years. This is a time for us to shape them and develop their character and love for Jesus and we want to spend every moment we can doing that. Additionally we are able to tailor their education to our beliefs and their level of learning. To see your child learn something and get excited about it is just the most precious gift. If circumstances were different, we may not be able to homeschool, but praise God He's blessed us with our own business and a flexible schedule that allows us to school at home. 

When we married, my husband said that he wanted to homeschool and I said "NO WAY!" I couldn't imagine being a teacher to my children. Now I wouldn't haven't it any other way and I couldn't imagine sending Luke off to kindergarten next year. Its just not for us. 

And just as I don't want to be judged, I don't judge others for sending their kids to school whether public or private. Everyone has to do whats best for their families. And I know plenty of amazing kids who have been in school and been amazingly successful academically, socially, and spiritually. Its all about what God wants you to do...not about what's BEST. And who knows...we take this homeschooling journey one year at a time. We listen for God's will and make our choices based on that. Luke may be in school in two years or he may be doing homeschool in college. We'll see...God is in control.