Omgosh. Seriously I have major issues. LOL! I seriously am soooooooo stressed out lately about this stupid school thing. Being a parent is so hard!!! I just want to do what is best for them but I don't want to make a mistake and set myself up for taking on too much or anything. *sigh* I am going to call the public school system here tomorrow and look into that. I think it would be fine for the first few years. Our schools are not great though so it won't be an option later on down the road but for now the elementary school isn't bad so I think I might do that for now. Seriously I really could use some good thoughts and maybe some prayers for some peace in my heart and mind so I can quit losing sleep over this and not feel like a failure!
Well, you have to let go of that failure feeling. You just have to release it. There is no manual for parenting..we make our choices, change our minds and we do the best we can do all the while we love on our kids. You have beautiful healthy HAPPY kids. You are teaching them what you love, sharing your faith, and showing them what love means. You have not failed them. You know this is me, pot, calling the kettle black but you have to not even let that word "failure" enter into this thought process, k? Sending prayers and good wishes for everything to work out as it should (and it will. ) and definitely wishing peace for you!
Thoughts and prayers definitely. And a big ditto to what Sara said. Not a failure. You are doing what you think is best for your family as a whole. And clarity will come and the right choice will appear and it will all work out in the end. It usually does.
Ditto what Sara said totally. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and sending many positive thoughts your way. You will make the right decision for you guys and that's all that matters!
The fact that you are worrying enough to ask for help and prayers is proof that you are the best Mommy your kiddos could hope for. Just pray and then be still and listen. You will get answers in His time and it will all work out exactly the way it's supposed to. Oh and you are NOT a failure. Ever.
Hugs Crystal. You are a great Mom and like the others have said - your worry is proof of it. Praying for some clear direction for you and a peace with the final decision. I do believe that no matter what school you are in, if you are involved and active both at school and at home your kids will THRIVE!!!
I've read all your posts on this matter and I cannot offer any advice, just positive thoughts. You have been thinking about this a lot and there is no right or wrong decision. I'm praying for some peace for you!
schools all over can be bad or good and your child can have a great experience either way... if you get involved at school and are active in your child's school -- you will be able to see what it's like -- and help steer them in the right direction. you're a great mom! i know it will work out just fine!
crystal i do agree with this really - that school is what you make it. if you take the time to get involved in the public school, you may be pleasantly surprised. and if not, after a bit of time you will at least know that the public school isn't the best choice for you. but you may as well give FREE a try before paying and driving.
Oh, sweetie! I wish I could send you an easy button! I know you just want what's best for you babies, but you have to trust yourself! I know that mommy-hood rarely has a clear cut answer, but I truly believe that you have to trust your instincts. You're obviously an amazing mom...you wouldn't be so worried right now if you weren't, so let go of those feelings of failure! YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE! YOU WILL NOT FAIL YOUR CHILDREN! Stay involved, keep them focused, and keep on lovin' 'em! They will be fine. And so will you! Prayers for peace of mind comin' your way! ((BIG HUGS))
