The pros and cons of Homeschooling.

When my children were younger, I homeschooled them.  We loved it. Unfortunately, I divorced and had to go to a day job and put my children in public school. Thankfully, they’ve had some great schools.

That is not the case now.

So, I’m weighing the options of going back to homeschooling. Their ages are 10,12,13. The oldest is going into 8th grade. Of course we would get very involved in extra curricular activities with other homeschoolers. We’d be very involved in our church.

The community we are in leaves a lot to be desired in the way of morals, ethics and positive influences. The thought of putting my children in a public school in this community for eight full hours a day just sends chills up my spine.  Finding other friends and acquaintances that share our belief system is becoming increasingly difficult as time goes on.  So, I’m back on the road to find the right thing for my children.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. What are your pros and cons for HSing? Do you HS? Why or Why not?

If we do choose to HS, I will definitely share that experience with you all. I look forward to hearing your thoughts.

 

Building a Christian Mom Resource Site

So I’ve moved to a new area. Already I cringe as I hear the neighbors screaming and cursing down the way. The sales clerks at the book store are nasty and the kids in the neighborhood have a foul mouth.

How do I raise Godly in children in an atmosphere like this?

Because of the difficulty I’m facing in my new world, I’ve decided to create a Christian mom resource site to help others in this situation. A place where Christian moms can go to find events and activities for their families. I will also be listing Christian businesses since it is my goal to shop from them first before giving my business elsewhere.

I come from a different culture, I suppose. A place where kids say “yes maim and no maim”. A place where you speak to the person on the side walk instead of pretending you don’t see them. You hold the door for the person behind you. Certainly those places still exist other than the South. I’m sure praying it does.

What a journey this will be. One were my faith is tested, my prayer life is strengthened and I am forced to find new surroundings for my children. Stay tuned as I share this journey.

Until then, I need your help. If you have a Christian business you’d like added to the resource site I’m building, send me the name, address, URL if you have one and any other important information. If you have a website or blog, I’d like to add that as well. I am also doing book reviews and interviews with Christian authors if you’d like to participate in that. I’ll be doing a different one every Wednesday.

Twice a month we’ll be taking a mom hostage in our “Mom-Napped” program. The goal is to bring awareness to her site/business and bring in readership and support. If you know of someone you’d like to nominate for this porgram, please let us know.

Help me build this resource site for Christian moms across the country. It’s tough out there while trying to raise a family. Let’s help one another.

 

Calling all PA Christians.. I need your help

Ok, so I’ve moved AGAIN. 

I just relocated…imagine that.  Packed up my cowboy boots, the two cats, blind dog and the 2.3 kids and headed NORTH.

I was born and raised in the South.  In case you don’t know, we do things a bit different a little south of the Mason Dixon line. Different is good but I’m struggling already.   We are currently living on a rather long street crammed packed full of kids. You can’t swing your arms without smacking a kid one way or the other. Problem is…there aren’t ANY I’d allow my kids to play with.

First day here, one boy smacked my daughter. One called her a rather vulgar word. Two girls were busted for shoplifting. The neighbor next door smokes crack so bad you can smell it through the walls. The one up the street stands outside and curses at her kids and dogs. OMG!!!

So, I have to find some Christian friends for my kids and activities that will be healthy for us. I’m praying for Godly contacts but in the meantime, I’m coming to you.  Certainly I am not alone in my frustration. Certainly there are other Christian moms like myself looking for Godly activities and friends for their families. 

I am in the North East Philly area. If you are anywhere near me, I’d love to hear from you. Tell me about any events you know of that would line up with our values.  Perhaps we could create some events for our kids or even the adults.  Can’t wait to hear from you.

I’d also like to have some Christian Parenting articles, a list of Christian books you’ve read ( and perhaps some reviews), and even a list of music. Anything you’ve found that has helped in your walk towards Godly parenting and relationships.