I have only came across 2 people with a negative reaction to my homeschooling my dc. They were both teachers. They take it personal. You don't answer to them. You have to answer to yourself and what is best for your family. And for what it's worth...this is my first year hsing ds6 and dd5 and I have done a great job--far better than ps would have. Not only academically but I have had the priveledge to nurture them.
Awhile back I had to go to my ds14 previous christian school to get some records. When I entered the office my neighbor's dd8 was sitting there sobbing. This girl is as sweet as they come and her family is wonderful. I wouldn't assume she was in trouble--probably just having a bad day. My heart really went out to her. She was sitting there with several adults there busy about their work ingoring her. I wanted to give her a reassuring hug. As I left I thought, "WOW, when my daughter has a bad day she's with me and I can help her, I can give her a hug and soothe her. I could not imagine my daughter crying/upset and just sitting there while everyone around her went on with their business.... KWIM?
The encouraging advice that you have gotten so far on this thread is "on the money". Just stay connected to others who will encourage you and build you up....:001_wub: