I wanted to post something today to honor the love of my life. There are so many things I could write about, but because much of the topics written on this blog are relating to homeschooling, I wanted to share just a bit of how he has been a tremendous support in this home education journey.
I would think to myself, "How in the world am I ever going to manage to educate these children, when I can't even keep up with the laundry?!?" I would find myself pouring my heart out to my honey and he would be the encouragement I needed. He was home educated most of his life and has continued to remind me that YOU CANNOT COMPARE what is taught in the schools and how long it takes, to the education that happens at home. I am not saying that the government schools don't teach some valuable information. But the method, goals, and the time it takes are completely different from what we are seeking to accomplish here. Again and again he would tell me I was doing great even though I didn't see it at the time.
Our children are all potty trained now (Praise the LORD!) and we have entered a new season with a little more time to breath. On most days there is time for school, chores, and fun activities that educate and encourage creativity. My children are evidence that my wonderful husband was absolutely right! They have learned so much and continue to amaze me.
I am so thankful he was there on the good days and the bad. I am thankful for the grace he still has, to be welcomed home by messy kids and a sometimes disheveled wife and house. I am so thankful he saw past the moments of chaos to the character and creativity that was being invested ever so slowly. My heart is so full of gratitude and I love him so much!
I have shared before that it hasn't always been easy to feel confident in my teaching abilities. It was especially trying during the days I was nursing, potty training, gardening and trying to maintain some kind of order in what felt like very busy days. My husband would often come home and find me obviously discouraged and at my end. Those were the days I had possibly cleaned up 3+ potty accidents, washed 7+ loads of laundry, wiped up umpteen spills, had only managed to read to the children while feeding the baby, and had no idea what would be served for dinner.
Our children are all potty trained now (Praise the LORD!) and we have entered a new season with a little more time to breath. On most days there is time for school, chores, and fun activities that educate and encourage creativity. My children are evidence that my wonderful husband was absolutely right! They have learned so much and continue to amaze me.
I am so thankful he was there on the good days and the bad. I am thankful for the grace he still has, to be welcomed home by messy kids and a sometimes disheveled wife and house. I am so thankful he saw past the moments of chaos to the character and creativity that was being invested ever so slowly. My heart is so full of gratitude and I love him so much!
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!
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