Adapting

One of the reasons we homeschool is the flexibility of schedule it allows us. There are times when we travel, either because of work or due to the time we can carve out for family. And there are times where work causes us to be crazy busy, and homeschooling gives us the flexibility to ease back on school work for that period of time, then amp it back up when the busy time is over.

This is one of those busy times. The Christian Workers Conference is two weeks from yesterday, and things are getting a little crazy around here. Honestly, I feel pretty good about the schooling that is getting done. I'm so proud of how much more independent work the kids are doing on their own. Tyson is fourth grade this year, and Jesalynn is second grade. Tyson is able to do math and grammar and spelling entirely on his own, and Jesalynn recently asked to start working more independently on her grammar.

As thrilled as I am to see them growing and changing, I'm still eager to get through this time period and get my routine back! I think the kids handle the change in schedule better than I do.

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Also, don't forget to check out Shepherd's Staff's newly redesigned website: www.shepherdstaff.org. Dave Faltermier did a great job on this project, and we are so very thankful for his help.