“She says you only do workbooks with her but never play.” Those words caused a mix of tangled emotions that fought in me. My pride was hurt.  I was angry my mother felt she had to share that with me.  A five year old says a lot of things and many come from a kaleidoscope perspective.  There is a reason young children do not make good witnesses.  I was sad my child had those words in her heart.  I was frustrated because I put every ounce of my being, of my identity, of my heart, into homeschooling. After defending myself and … Continue reading →