It was later that same day that I had a different opportunity. Two friends began the mantra I hear occasionally, "Wow...you homeschool? I don't know how you can do that, it seems so hard. I really look forward to the kids leaving, it's hard enough to handle them for the summer." I readily admitted my problems of the day, and how I was ready to ship my little sweetie off for the day. Or the week. Or maybe boarding school? And before I even thought about it, I continued the conversation with what was really in my heart. Why do I put up with my little stinker(s)? Why do I choose this hard road, when I could send them away all day for free? Because I am shepherding a heart. I am training for character. The reading skills will come in time, with or without me. The math we don't get to won't kill them. My heart desire is for a my children to have faithful hearts, devoted to God. I yearn for character qualities that lift them above the world around them, giving them courage when it's easy to fail, teaching them integrity when no one is watching, pursuing them with true love that they can share with a needy world around them. This is why I homeschool. This is why I am willing to put up with the challenges. This is why I will consider carefully each needed change and do whatever is necessary to save the heart of my child.
Don't give up, Dad and Mom. Invest in your kids, even when you'd like to give up. These seeds may take some sweat and tears, but will reveal a treasure that cannot be compared.
OCTOBER EVENTS
(also Co-op Class #3)
This time is always free and requires no RSVP. Bring a lunch at 12:00 and visit if you like, and stay for a family workshop from 1:00-2:00.
Friday, October 14 - Field Trip- Martin’s Hillside Orchard
Details on the way!
Friday, October 21 - Impactful Interactions Workshop
(also Co-op Class #4)
Join us as Shelly and Erin talk about how to interact and how to ask about someone who has a disability. We will do some demonstrations and worksheets on different ways people communicate, such as using eyes and facial expressions, sign language and Braille. This time is always free and requires no RSVP. Bring a lunch at 12:00 and visit if you like, and stay for the family workshop from 1:00-2:00.
Friday, October 28 Park Day
TBD - details coming.
To keep up to date with all the details of what is going on and be aware of changes, text Felicia at 402-699-2163 and get included in our GroupMe chat. As a general rule, if Elkhorn schools close due to extreme weather, we will also cancel our event...but check anyhow.