Boring Update

I just want to say thank-you to those of you who emailed me and left comments. I was encouraged. Thank you.

We are getting into the swing of things again around here with all things related to school. Judah is adjusting to his new classroom and teacher very well. There are 13 kids in his class and 11 of them are boys! Sounds raucous and rowdy! His teacher last year told me that having boys is actually easier than girls. Less drama. I find that hard to believe (insert sarcasm here).

Shane is getting into the groove as well. We are giving on-line charter school a try and so far he seems to like it. Relatively speaking. He still thinks all this education related are trivial and really would rather be outside or in his room listening to his Narnia CD's. We aren't 100% sure this avenue will work with him but wanted to give it a try. We told him we would try for 2-3 weeks before making our final decision.

Which brings me to my feelings of inadequacy. I look at other moms who home school and make it look so easy and fun. For me it isn't easy. I don't mind home schooling but it isn't my most favorite thing in the world. I think it is wonderful and a great thing to offer your children! I love having my children home. I love watching the relationships and interactions amongst them all. I just don't feel qualified! And wow!! Does it drain me some days. So Mark and I are really trying to sort out what is best for our entire family unit right now. We need wisdom which feels evasive. I am trying hard not to compare myself to others. Something that can be so crippling for me. Comparison never is beneficial for anyone in anyway.

We have had my niece here for a few days which has been very fun! At least for us. I am sure by now she is wishing for some peace and quiet. Not too much of that around here! We are all about running, yelling, laughing, crying, playing at high decibel levels. Life is much more fun when lived with gusto. At least that is what I have been told.

On that note, I will be signing off and going outside to run and play! Until later....
(amy - will send you a note telling you more about Sasha. I think he is so dear!)