My youngest is a junior this year, too. I can’t believe we have been through 20 years of homeschool and it will all be changing in just 2 years. Trying to make sure the youngest gets his needs met as much as the oldest did.

“…things can look shiny on the surface and have some real drawbacks inside.”

Isn’t THAT the truth?! I’m okay with making decisions, but then I question them when I see the next shiny, new thing comes along. I have to constantly remind myself that everything has benefits and problems. Most of the time, I need to stay the course, not jump ship.

Thanks!

That way I can calmly and slowly prepare at my leisure all summer long for what the fall will bring. It’s also been beneficial for us to make our choices at this time because the past year’s successes, failures, strengths, and weaknesses are fresh. We are almost to the finish line for the year.

For me, a very slow processor, this set up is priceless. The long car ride there and back also helps to settle and diffuse my panic and allows for same-paging with my husband. I love to hear his heart for our home school. It’s important to me that he have an equal say in the direction we as a family set our sights on.

Blessings to you and your new year of education Anne!

Glad to hear it—have a great school year!

That makes sense—thanks for sharing.

“But once things all get started, I feel such a sense of relief and am reminded of why this homeschooling thing really is the best form of education!”

YES.

Wishing you well in the new school year!

WOW! That’s a lot to take in. But what a cool experience for your family. Wishing you well in your big decisions and transitions.