Trepidation and fear is all around us with the recent Pandemic outbreak bringing about a display of military personnel such as Colonels, Majors, Captains, and Privates strutting their indeterminate nature in our neighborhoods.
The reality of this Pandemic outbreak is probably still sinking in for many of us but be comforted to know that life goes on. Regardless of the many worldwide protests, objections to vaccinations or the opposite... you are going to push on because you are a HomeEdder.
Deep inside you, you have your conscience telling you that no matter what this world throws at you, your kids are your number one priority and you'll do anything to make it happen.
HomeEdders are a strong bunch of people who won't give up because of our fortitude; regardless whether our courage is in pain or adversity.
Stoicism is the backbone of HomeEdders who are schooling their kids at home, or on the road. There are those who homeschool in houses, on boats, on ships, in caravans, in foreign countries, in cities, deserts, jungles, farms or cattle stations.
The point is no matter where you are, no matter how you teach your kids, you are my hero! Purely because you've dedicated your life to improve someone else's life.... your child's life!
Social, economic, political, cultural and environment related issues create an impact on your relationship with your kids. Be these positive or negative. Always ask yourself how to improve your situation and how to stop living in fear and trepidation.
Those who are fearful tend to be overcome by the fearless. It is said that: Fear is the opposite of Faith! Build up your faith and become fearless. Don't let people or situations get you down. Be strong and of good courage and watch the enormity of fearless faith take over your life.
Be powerful in your conviction of being a HomeEdder, and continue to strengthen your kids abilities, character traits, and physical strengths. Embrace home-life and learn together, because togetherness is love, and love is your kids.
Can you remember that overwhelming joy and love that poured out of you when your baby was born? That love is still there! Sometimes we get so overwhelmed with the cares of this world that we lose sight of our objective... our kids.
HomeEdders Attributes
- creative
- resourceful
- capable
- enthusiastic
- passionate
- and dedicated to the task on hand, and that includes you!
I believe this because you chose to homeschool your kids, and I see many posts in this community proven my theory correct. Homeschooling families are at the forefront of many inventions, advanced creativity, and high academic standards.
It's therefore paramount (in order to retain the right to homeschool), that us HomeEdders ban together and preserve that legal right. It's our prerogative to have a choice, but we all must do our utmost best so we can defend our entitlements as HomeEdders.
Be Organised
Preparedness is extremely important as a homeschool parent because frustrating delays are a kill-joy for kids. So here are a few tips and ideas, to make your day easier.
- Have your curriculum materials ready and organised for the day.
- Ensure pencils are sharpened and all stationery is in place.
- Have print-outs or worksheets copied and ready to use.
- Workbooks on the kids desks ready for use.
- Wake up early enough to enjoy a relaxed breakfast.
- Try to start the same time each day.
- Pre-plan outings in advance.
- Try to stick to whole fruits as snacks; quicker, healthier & easier.
- Encourage older kids to help out or watch their siblings.
- Turn off mobile phones or mute volume.
- No television before study hours; reduces kids concentration.
- Regular bedtime encourages growth and promotes proper development.
- Encourage good hygiene practices.
- Encourage positive thinking and feedback.
- Solve problems together and provide support for each other.
- Take a break from study hours to have some fun; e.g. Art, walking, music, sport.
- Relax; you're doing a great job👍
Homeschooling is all about doing things your way, what works best for you and your kids. It's about breaking away from traditional schooling; it's simply passing your knowledge on to your kids while enjoying life. HomeEdders do just that...
Stay Strong and Be Fearless!
Photos and written work is my own.
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How interesting your content and I really liked what you raised about:
Fear is the opposite of faith!
Faith is the certainty of what is hoped for and the conviction of what is not seen. Day by day we must be hard and brave. Nice to read you.
Greetings and blessings
Thank you, and take care.