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by Mamma Joy » Tue May 26, 2009 11:39 pm
Ladies,
I completely understand and have too struggled with this issue in the past. Part of the problem is we feel guilty when we are not the same as those around us. I have been told many times how"Fortunate" I was to stay home with my kids when others have to go out to work. I agree, I am blessed beyond comprehension, but not for the reasons implied. Many times people do not realize or are ignorant to the commitment and sacrifice that is required of a homeschool Mom. A comment my own mother made a year ago( We've been homeschooling since the beginning and Hannah is now 15) was " When we went to school, she was busy for the whole day, and we weren't even there". My mom doubted that she would be able to accomplish teaching at home. I personally believe that if you are lead by the Lord, when we put our trust in Him, He will direct our paths, those crooked places will be made straight, He will make those roads in the wilderness and streams in the desert. There will be times when He causes us to lie down in green pastures, leads us beside those still waters to restore our souls. He knows what is best for us. It is amazing to read how many of us have been out and about busy leading and serving in our local churches. God has been faithful in His preparation of us. Isn't He so good. He has been teaching us to lead others, to be able to learn from our mistakes, to be able to get ideas, and see them in practice, and now put them into practice in our homes. Praise Him for His faithfulness. Many ladies on this board have little children, well today I was in the garden watching my oldest daughter go out with her father for her practice driving time. It seems like yesterday she wanted to be picked up in my arms, today it's her turn to pick me up in the car. Looking back now I can remember wanting to be involved in the church so I didn't miss out, I was at home a lot, I was serving God, there weren't many willing so what harm did it do? When I listened and pulled back, and focused on my home, teaching my children as I was led by the Lord in retrospect I realize He knew how precious they were to me, and how many regrets I would feel now if I had not listened. I believe that I was born for this, I have never been happier, nor felt more fulfilled. Our God is gracious, merciful, and all knowing. Just the fact that we as ladies are hearing from the Lord, His direction and will for this next season of our lives is proof of the guidance and protection and care of our everlasting Father. I pray this note encourages you, know that I am lifting you ladies up in prayer as I write these words.( Phillipians 4)
Joyanna
Wife to Mr. Wonderful for 18 yrs
Priviledged Mama to be able to homeschool 4 great kids
DD T.O.D. to be a Keeper
DD bigger with ext. & TOD
DS bigger
DD bigger
Tutor to many
DITHOR for all
O God Your Word has given me life.Psalm 119:50