Fears of the Homeschool Mom

What if they're right? What if all the tests and scores and papers are worth the fight for their little minds. What if the system wins? What if the proven track is where success really lives? Even if dreams die. What if they say "they need to know all of this before graduation day."  What happens if it's … Continue reading Fears of the Homeschool Mom

The Case for Being Home

Home is a quiet place. Such a contrast to the world around us. People running and doing, all making a ruckus while they're at it. Distractions and stimuli; exhausting attempts to accomplish. A culturally acceptable way to avoid the gentle hum of life at home. The pace of the world is fast for small feet, and oftentimes my … Continue reading The Case for Being Home

On Fullness

Somewhere in the middle of the night it occurs to me that I have an overdue library book. As if she can see my eyes flutter open, little Ruby stirs across the hall, calling for me. I groan as my feet automatically take me to her side. They know the drill. It's got to be at … Continue reading On Fullness