I just heard Megan's sweet voice on her way out the door, "Bye mom!" It's 8:06 a.m., and truth be told it's a late start for her. Usually she and Ethan and their friends are outside playing by 7 these days. Partly it's because they're all early risers, partly it's because the daytime highs here are in the upper 90's so they have to make the most of the cooler part of the day.
Yesterday the kids were out the door at 7:30. I saw them again at 4:30. They ate lunch at a friend's house and then she took them to the mall nearby for some play place and ice cream action. I was feeling a bit under the weather and I have to be around to check on the progress of our apartment painting, so I'm grateful for her ministry to me.
I've been reflecting that this is what it would feel like if they were in school. Out the door at 7 or 8, back home at 3 or 4. To be honest, I don't like it. Certainly I am thankful that they have loads of time with good friends, but I can see the impact of less time with me. In fact, one of the other moms and I made an agreement that the kids would have "quiet home time" every afternoon after lunch so that we actually get to see them! But also to have quality time with them. So we spend it reading good books and playing games (usually "Ticket to Ride" which is our favorite).
It's funny - I always have had a curiosity about what it would be like if my kids were in school. I thought I'd love the freedom, the alone time. I do of course, but I never realized how much I'd miss my kids!
No More Asian Life
12 years ago
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I can so relate to this! When my children were in school in Sg, those were the lonliest times for me. I felt very disconnected with them and the influences outside of the home felt like such a powerful force. Now that they are home, I still don't see them as much due to business, but I am so thrilled to have them around me!
So, when do you start homeschool officially again?
I think we'll start homeschool again mid-August. My parents are here until August 6th, so that gives me a week or so to plan for the year. I want to start a little early since we're going back for Christmas again this year (and my brother's wedding). I had hoped to do the planning sooner, but it's all in our shipment which won't get here til after my parents do!
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