tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post7097681182527310843..comments2023-11-03T08:33:45.390-04:00Comments on three girly girls: BreatheThreeGirlyGirlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18083155721729508314noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-28259007412424183342009-01-12T11:48:00.000-05:002009-01-12T11:48:00.000-05:00Dear Nicki,I am a member at North and know what a ...Dear Nicki,<BR/>I am a member at North and know what a great school that is and also there are some great homeschool families here. I know a couple of kids who did K-12.<BR/><BR/>I just want to share my experience with 4 public neighborhood schools. I have a 14yr old girl and 7 yr old boy. At times public has not been my first choice but overall it has been good. We have had good teachers and even stuff that I don't agree with has given us a chance to discuss things and pray and be a good influence to kids, neighbors and help the teacher in class. I'm not good with explaining things... the way God has strengthened my kids (and me).<BR/>I recently have been convicted that Sunday school is not cutting it and I should be doing a lot more teaching.....so in any situation I need to do a lot of parenting.<BR/><BR/>Please visit your local school and just gather information. God knows where he wants your family and He will lead you!!! I'm sure.<BR/><BR/>I'm praying for you too.<BR/><BR/>SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-42680429229797275692009-01-11T19:33:00.000-05:002009-01-11T19:33:00.000-05:00When God asked me to homeschool many years ago I f...When God asked me to homeschool many years ago I felt the same way.<BR/><BR/>One day on my knees at the end of my bed God showed me Jesus carrying His cross up that hill and said to me: This is the cross I've called you to carry.<BR/>It worked and we all survived.<BR/><BR/>When you do what you believe God has called you to do - it will be the greatest fruit bearing mission you have ever been on.<BR/><BR/>Remember that homeschooling looks different to each family. Don't put yourself into a box. Explore all the options, styles and freedoms that homeschooling give. <BR/>You will reap rich rewards if that is what God wants you to do.<BR/><BR/>Blessings and I will continue to pray.Joy Junktionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02396533426075869292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-21028766504381341132009-01-10T21:26:00.000-05:002009-01-10T21:26:00.000-05:00Girl. The Lord has us in the same boat. I'm not ...Girl. The Lord has us in the same boat. I'm not considering home schooling all of mine, but Chase is getting ready to go to Middle School and the one he has to go to...well, it just ain't gonna happen! I've always said that the Lord would have to hit me with a tree to get me to home school and I believe I hear His ax being sharpened!<BR/>I'm praying for you so will you pray for me too?! <BR/>Love ya girl.<BR/>VValariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12889118194966934464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-63114927355003088542009-01-10T03:03:00.000-05:002009-01-10T03:03:00.000-05:00God knows that you are a special mom, no one is pe...God knows that you are a special mom, no one is perfect, and if he didn't think you were capable of doing it, then he wouldn't be putting it on your heart.Mommy Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13394080116461300086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-78556291512543711272009-01-09T20:47:00.000-05:002009-01-09T20:47:00.000-05:00Sweet, sweet Nicki...breathe! I gave a mug to a g...Sweet, sweet Nicki...breathe! I gave a mug to a girlfriend at Christmas that said on it - "Just Breathe". Sometimes we do need to be reminded to do just that.<BR/><BR/>Also, you do sound overwhelmed and busy! Have you ever heard the acronym for busy: Burdened Under Satan's Yoke. He wants to overwhelm us, but God's yoke is easy and His burden is light. Cast all your cares on Him because He cares for you.<BR/><BR/>Thirdly, do you ever read Renee Swope's blog? She had a wonderful post today about the weariness and inadequacies that Mom's feel. Check out her post today at: http://reneeswope.blogspot.com/2009/01/you-are-not-alone.html<BR/><BR/>Finally, if you're just feeling like you need a good laugh, come on over and read about my dinner disaster. I can guarantee you'll leave with a smile on your face!<BR/><BR/>Praying for you my friend. May the Breath of heaven fall fresh on you.<BR/><BR/>Love and hugs,<BR/>JoyJoyfulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00010498759199040612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-41106033553607108732009-01-09T17:02:00.001-05:002009-01-09T17:02:00.001-05:00If homeschooling is what God has for you - you kno...If homeschooling is what God has for you - you know He will give you the peace about it and you won't have to go into kicking and screaming (or hyperventilating!) Its not for everyone...<BR/><BR/>But if you do find it is what He has planned for you, He will equip you and provide EVERY thing you need to do what He's asked! Another adventure with your Savior!!<BR/><BR/>Praying His perfect will becomes plain (soon). Take careJenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02922994263280650480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-14872272897458177662009-01-09T17:02:00.000-05:002009-01-09T17:02:00.000-05:00If homeschooling is what God has for you - you kno...If homeschooling is what God has for you - you know He will give you the peace about it and you won't have to go into kicking and screaming (or hyperventilating!) Its not for everyone...<BR/><BR/>But if you do find it is what He has planned for you, He will equip you and provide EVERY thing you need to do what He's asked! Another adventure with your Savior!!<BR/><BR/>Praying His perfect will becomes plain (soon). Take careJenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02922994263280650480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-77220058288832929312009-01-09T15:05:00.000-05:002009-01-09T15:05:00.000-05:00Yes you titled this well: Breathe. Take a deep b...Yes you titled this well: Breathe. Take a deep breath and wait on the Lord. After having the honor of hearing you speak at She Speaks I lean toward the home schooling, but I can only imagine the workload that is involved.<BR/><BR/>Trust the Lord and journal all that comes to you and keep up with the pros and cons may be helpful for you to know our Father's will for you and yours.<BR/><BR/>I will be praying for you to "hear" and know the perfect will of God: then all is well.<BR/><BR/>Love you so,<BR/>KayKay Martinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18439531579914171736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-5544689654252016272009-01-09T12:42:00.000-05:002009-01-09T12:42:00.000-05:00Praying for you as you are taking your deep breath...Praying for you as you are taking your deep breathes. May the Lord make crystal clear the path He longs to take you and your family on.The Patterson 5https://www.blogger.com/profile/11365182817547393631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-78641106247912313042009-01-09T11:01:00.000-05:002009-01-09T11:01:00.000-05:00Hi Nikki. I totally understand where you are comin...Hi Nikki. I totally understand where you are coming from and I will pray for you to have clarity and peace. You can homeshcool - espeically if that is what God is calling you to do for a season. He never calls us, and then leaves us hanging. He calls us, and equips us, and empowers us.<BR/><BR/>I homeschooled my two for about five years. While I'm a teacher at heart, I'm a UNIVERSITY teacher at heart. We don't do crafts at college, nor do my college students leave toys scattered about my entry way. :) So those parts of it were hard for me. However, our time homeschooling was really benefical for our family and I'm glad I did it.<BR/><BR/>I know God will lead you to the best decision for your family, whatever that may be.Rachel Olsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14666181671944102358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-48313641099411480022009-01-09T10:51:00.001-05:002009-01-09T10:51:00.001-05:00Oh, Nicki, you and I are so alike, it's scary!! W...Oh, Nicki, you and I are so alike, it's scary!! When I hear you talk about motherhood, it's like looking in the mirror. I've toyed with the idea of homeschooling for a year or so now, too, but I think I've decided I'm just not motivated enough and because hubby's often gone during the week, I NEVER get kid-free time.<BR/><BR/>I NEED me some quality kid-free time!!!<BR/><BR/>There are definite perks to homeschooling though. I think it's great you're seriously considering it.tammihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03803890115567631062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-80704576749346344102009-01-09T10:51:00.000-05:002009-01-09T10:51:00.000-05:00Ok,first take a deep breath. Second take all the ...Ok,first take a deep breath. Second take all the homeschool moms you know and take them out of the "special" category. All those things you say you are (impatient, don't like projects/mess, like my space), I am. And I do like being away from my kids sometimes. Everybody needs a break, especially when they are young. I'm obeying a calling and you know about that. Call me and come over soon. :)JenBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09388270631487962876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-75606396308150895112009-01-09T10:43:00.000-05:002009-01-09T10:43:00.000-05:00Nicki I am praying for you, and I know that you ar...Nicki I am praying for you, and I know that you are seeking Him with your heart...and so I KNOW you will find Him! I am celebrating the fruit that will come from this journey!On Purposehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14288128432071679901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-75013441889385936572009-01-09T10:24:00.000-05:002009-01-09T10:24:00.000-05:00From an outsider looking in - I just pray that you...From an outsider looking in - I just pray that you not keep thinking too deeply about it - just feel what God wants you to do & trust his faithfulness in it! You can make yourself nuts over it, when God just wants to give you peace & move you forward!Rebecca Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03965781380511208862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28553706.post-6237414287060651952009-01-09T09:58:00.000-05:002009-01-09T09:58:00.000-05:00Hey Nicki. I too had the same reaction that you di...Hey Nicki. I too had the same reaction that you did when God first told me to home school. BUT...I am surviving and with God's help I am learning to be the "home school mom" that he has called me to be. I am not creative and I have to MAKE myself do crafts with them. It is rewarding in the end. <BR/>I do believe that homeschooling is not for everyone. I think that only God can call us to do this. And if He is calling you, He will give you everything you need to do it. <BR/>Praying for wisdom for you and your hubby and know that I am here, and I am sure are lots of other homeschool moms, for you to talk to!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10900994084687801757noreply@blogger.com