To Homeschool or not to Homeschool... that is the question

So, I've been thinking about schooling since I found out we would be having a little peanut joining us in 8.5 months... back when Bryna was that peanut.

I've been leaning toward homeschooling, and so desperately want to do what the Lord wants me to do, and what is right for my kiddos. I met with two homeschool moms that I know, and had the most wonderfully encouraging visit with them. They shared things that work and don't work, cirriculum they enjoy, and don't enjoy, and many many many book titles, and ideas.

I walked away with my head swimming, but a spring in my step. I really feel like the Lord is putting a joy in my heart toward teaching my kids... and I'm really excited to see where this takes us. As for the final decision... I don't have to know for a couple more years, but even preschooling is something I'm enjoying right now at home!

Changed Plans

I am someone who often is late. But, I don't enjoy being late. In fact, when I only have to get myself ready, I am rarely late... often I am early.

Lateness is one of the joys of motherhood, marriage, and just relationships in general. I'm not using it as an excuse (even though it sounds like that). My husband who is not really concerned with getting anyone else ready leaves just enough time for getting himself ready (I'm not meaning to make this sound like complaining... just stating a fact about this), my two kids can't get themselves ready yet, and I am still adjusting to getting three and a half people ready to get out the door.

Lateness today meant missing out on some plans with my closest friend. I hate days like that. We were late for church, late for lunch after church, late to meet my brother, and finally late to my plans with my friend.

Lateness is one of my faults that I want to focus on. I really believe that it ruins plans, days, and even happy feelings.

I know this is not a verse specifically about lateness. I think it speaks to me in this situation. “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves” (Philippians 2:3).

Contentment

I love Christmas! I put my tree up (sans decorations at this point), some wreaths, stockings... I feel so happy! I don't know what it is about this season but it just puts a smile on my face and a spring in my step.

I think part of the happiness for me comes from it being when Jesus was born, family get togethers are a must, and pretty shiny decorations and sparkly lights and candles are everywhere!

I really enjoy sharing the joys with my 2 year old too. She is so excited about everything - snow, stockings, the tree... it's like seeing it all with fresh eyes.

17 Day Diet

My Mom, my DH and I started the 17 day diet 5 days ago. I came to the conclusion that I have to put the effort in if I expect any change in the scale (surprise surprise), and have lost 4 lbs in 4 days! That's not too shabby me thinks :)

I am trying to get through these 17 days, and then hopefully my energy will pick back up... I've been very tired!

Once my energy is up, onward and upward to organizing the dumping ground that is my guest room! My goal date is December 15th (we possibly have company staying at our house around Christmas).

I also have been convicted that my body is something I need to take better care of since it is the only one I have, and the Lord has blessed me with good health... I need to do my part to look and feel healthy weight wise!