Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Getting to Particular

So many times we get caught up in our homeschooling on the 'particulars', we miss the joy of what we are doing. What is that joy?

Teaching our children...

Reaching the heart of our children is why we chose homeschooling. Our children are the most precious and priceless gift in our lives. I would never want to share the heart of who they are with anyone who doesn't embrace their creativity, their individuality, or their uniqueness. Home education is a blessing I am so thankful for!

Just remember, don't get so caught up in standards that you miss the heart of why you are doing what you are doing. Your children are excited about learning, it just comes natural to them. As you educate at home, you are reminded each day that your children were created to draw information into their lives everyday. This comes naturally because it is the way God made them. As homeschool parents we simply want to put before them every opportunity and everything they can learn in very particular ways!

Just remember as you are 'very particular' about what your children are learning, don't get so particular that loose the design the Lord has created for your child! Their heart is made to learn each day as we offer every opportunity. Learning is what they're all about. Just be sure your not so 'particular' that you miss taking time to 'listen to the music' they're playing along the way.

"loving homegrown abundance",
Pastor Kim