He believes parents are the key to successful kids. My children are not grown yet, but my oldest is in college and gives me hope that my idea of “maintaining your heart for your child” is on the right track. Every night for many years I would kiss my children goodnight and say, “You are a treasure and a blessing from God.” A View from Down the Road I must remember to speak words of confidence in him and belief in his bright future. I believe in my child’s worth and potential, no matter what. This is my window in time to give her what she needs to find her path. I don’t always want to sit in the car for two hours while my child is at a rehearsal, or pay big bucks and drive an hour every week to provide lessons, but it doesn’t matter what I want. What my child learns from me will continue to my grandchildren and my great-grandchildren. I must never forget that I am not only parenting him right now I am also parenting the next several generations. I will always be there with a hug, a kiss, and kind words. He can kick and bite me, but I will not withhold my love from him. My love does not depend on how well he behaves. He is a child who is emotionally vulnerable, and I am the parent, laying the foundation of self acceptance and emotional health that will last his lifetime. What Does it Mean to Have a Heart for My Child? I came to realize this central truth: If our homeschool has any hope for success, I must maintain my heart for my children. I’d grab my favorite books and my journal and work through my fears. He took the kids to the park, the pool, or the grocery store, giving me a break and time to reflect. My husband came to the rescue many times. Let’s face it, homeschooling is not for cowards. At least parents who send their kids to school have someone to blame if things go wrong. Accepting the full responsibility of their emotional development was crushing. Realizing their educational future rested on my shoulders was terrifying. Having little children at home 24/7 was exhausting. They would grow up to be emotionally healthy adults with every chance to succeed. My kids were going to enjoy their childhood, nurture their love of learning, and be free from school stress. When we began homeschooling, I was very idealistic. Written by Jena Borah of Yarns of the Heart
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