Sometimes this Mama can find herself being way too harsh on her kiddos. Her expectations do not match reality and everyone sees it but her. This is where I lean into the Lord and ask Him to take away the heaviness and replace it with tenderness. Do you ever find yourself judging those you love harsher than you do everyone else? Share how you deal with in the comments. I’m cheering you on!

It’s wild! Your family thinks you’re nuts. But you know, in your core, you’ve been called to home educate your kids. Your conviction is deep. This is what God is leading your family to do. Even, your husband knows it. And you’ve told your family. They might not be pleased. But at least you’ll be able to get the support you need at church. Until… you don’t! Shock. Confusion. Tiny twinges of frustration and disappointment ripple through you. You’re doing what you believe is right. Your choice to obey God’s call to homeschool comes with its share of sacrifices. But you never thought, alienation from your church family would be…