Peela Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I was just thinking today how much these boards have shaped me over the years- I often refer to things that happened here, in conversations. I have just popped in to share how things are going for me and to share my gratitude for all the wonderful women here who have shared their stories, helped me on my journey, and helped me rear my kids the best way I was capable. My ddalmost18 is in university. She only has to do another year and she is finished- she got lots of credits because of the course she did beforehand. She is studying Mass Communications and doing well and loving it. She has a great boyfriend and is happy- she stays with me 3 nights a week. Ds16 is doing a full-time Diploma of Marine Studies which will get him into 2nd year uni as well, in Marine Biology. He is not sure that's what he wants to do...but this is my dyslexic, difficult to teach son- anything is good! I have written many a post about him here as I tried to find my way with him. He no longer considers himself dyslexic. He watches other kids drop out because its too hard- and now knows he is not stupid either. His self esteem is good at last. He is growing up- surrounded by earthy sailing people. His relationship with his dad is finally good. His relationship with me is getting healthy as I have set much healthier boundaries with him. My ex and I get on well and the kids float between us as they choose. He has a new woman and she seems good for him- he is a better dad than he was-when we separated, he thought his kids wouldn't want to spend time with him- it was a wake up call. And I...am totally in love with a gorgeous man. He is a scientist and I work with him- doing research mainly. We work from home and he reckons my years of homeschooling have given me a fresh and unique perspective and excellent research abilities- and I really love it and feel I am doing something worthwhile after feeling in limbo after finishing homeschooling. I am amazed at my kids. They are strong, happy, resilient. I am so glad we did what we did- I see them much less nowadays so I am glad we spent all those years in each other's company. Empty nest syndrome is real- fortunately my life is rich and exciting anyway so the pangs of missing them don't last too long. It was so worth it. I was not at the high end of the academic spectrum for these boards but my kids are doing really well anyway. Just homeschooling alone (whatever style) does have many benefits- they are not jaded by life. They are fresh and excited- but also doing well academically. Just thought I would drop in and share some of the joy in my life. I am happier than I have ever been. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I have wondered about you Peela and missed you too. So glad that you and your kids are doing well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Thank you so much for the update, it's lovely to hear from you; I've often wondered how you're getting on. I'm so happy to hear how well things have turned out for you all - almost a fairytale 'happy ending' :001_smile:. Take care Cassy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 It's wonderful to see your update! I am so glad to hear that things are going well for you and your children. You are missed here on the board! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nono Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Very nice to "hear" from you. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Thanks for sharing your story! I'm glad your kids are doing so well and you are doing well too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 So glad you checked it.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 So nice to hear from you! It's great to hear that things are going well for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in TX Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Hi Peela! It's nice to hear from you again. I'm so glad things are going well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in AL Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Peela, thanks for the update. It's great to hear from you. I'm so glad for you that things are going well!! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 :thumbup: Awesome to hear everyone is doing so well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnitWit Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Peela, I've missed *seeing* you here. I'm so very happy for you! What a great update. I wish you and your family the very best. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 How wonderful to hear from you. I am so thrilled to hear all your good news. Thanks for sharing the joy. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 You give me hope! I so enjoy your posts and your perspective. Don't be a stranger. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I miss you Peela! I miss all those knowledgeable posts about naturopathy, your insights into homeschooling and many other things. Can you pop in more often? Isn't it a unique experiencel to watch kids grow up and shape their own lives? Sounds like yours are on a great path! :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 it sounds wonderful! i am so happy/contented for you :001_smile:. and i have oodles of questions.... what science? what research? and a hope... that you drop in often to share your wisdom with those of us who aren't quite at that place in our homeschool journey.... Very Big Smile, ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 So glad that things are going so well with you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I am very happy for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 That's wonderful - so glad things have worked out for you. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Peela, I'm very glad you're so happy and your kids are doing so well! I've been wondering where you were, so thank you for dropping in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 :grouphug: Wonderful to see you again, Peela! I'm so happy for you and your children! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I miss your presence here. Whatever you believe the board has offered you, I am pretty sure you have contributed at least as much in terms of insight and wisdom. I'm so glad that you and your children are doing well. Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 It is so good to hear from you! You are missed here. I am very glad your life is going well, and your dc are succeeding. You sound happy. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 :seeya: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mama2cntrykids Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 (((Peela)))...that was a very nice post...Where's the "like" button??? I too have a difficult to teach ds (he's only 9 though). Your post gave me some hope for the future. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 :hurray: Your update sounds like an all around happy one for everyone. Your real life wisdom and insight are missed around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 It's great to hear that you, and your family, are happy and doing well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Thanks for the update! I'm so glad life is good! And thank you for giving me a glimmer of hope that I'm not completely messing up my kids. :) Stay well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I was just thinking about you the other day. I've missed your posts. I'm so glad you and your family are doing so well. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan in Mass Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 That's wonderful! Nan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 It's so nice to see you, Peela! I've missed you. All the best to you and your family. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 So glad to see you again, and delighted to hear how well you are doing. I miss your posts. Thanks for the update. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkInTheBlue Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 I wonder about you often. So glad things are well. Really appreciate the updates on the "success" of your children's lives. Glad your life is great as well! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 :001_smile: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 Gentle Peela, we are so happy to hear from you. And are happy you are happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 I've been following the boards for many years. It's great to hear your update. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Inna* Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 :hurray: Thank you for stopping by with a wonderful update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb in NZ Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 I was just thinking of you last week. It's great to read how you all have moved seamlessly onto other challenges. My dd completed her Diploma of Marine Studies last November & is doing a 3rd year to earn her degree (BSc Biological Sciences). The diploma to degree route was just right for her & will give her more well-rounded qualifications for a career in any marine occupation. Even though you are no longer HS/ing, please stop in from time to time. It's great to hear how those HSed dc have gotten on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 What a lovely update. Thanks for taking the time Peela! I miss your presence here. I do to. You always had very wise advise and a fresh perspective. We'd love to see more of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 Yay! A Peela post! : ) It's great to see your words and to read about all of the joy in your life. So happy for you. I've missed you tons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 It was so good to hear from you Peela. I hope you will pop in and let us know how you're doing from time to time. :) I'm so glad things are going so well for you and your children. :) :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 Thanks everyone- it's sweet to drop back in and be remembered- its amazing how much my life has changed in 7 months, and although I haven't been able to let go of all my homeschooling stuff yet (I tried but I am still too sentimental about the possibility of homeschooling grandchildren part time!), it feels like a distant past right now. I don't have much spare time nowadays but will endeavour to drop in more often. and i have oodles of questions.... what science? what research? Hi Ann- my man is an environmental scientist/ ecologist. Passionate about speaking up about the rapidly deteriorating environment, climate change, species extinction, indigenous issues etc. We just wrote a report on climate change and I was shocked by our research- it's not looking good and there is a lot of denial out there. We have started a blog- we need to spend more time on it but there are a few articles there: davidwithsusan.blogspot.com.au/ :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Hi Ann- my man is an environmental scientist/ ecologist. Passionate about speaking up about the rapidly deteriorating environment, climate change, species extinction, indigenous issues etc. We just wrote a report on climate change and I was shocked by our research- it's not looking good and there is a lot of denial out there. We have started a blog- we need to spend more time on it but there are a few articles there: davidwithsusan.blogspot.com.au/ :) :001_smile: dh is a scientist; he builds and works with imaging spectrometers..... which are used for many things, including checking coral for bleaching, etc. he'll be in Oz in august for a conference.... maybe in brisbane? melbourne? must ask.... a long way from perth though.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funschooler5 Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 It's so great to hear from you! I've missed your posts too...so glad to hear that you're doing well. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I was just thinking of you the other day :001_smile: Great to hear that everything is going well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Thanks for the update glad everything is going well for you! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I missed this update somehow, but I am so thrilled to read an update from you, Peela. I've often thought about you & wondered how you were getting along. Thank you so much for coming back to share a piece of your life with us. I love hearing how happy you are! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5wolfcubs Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 IJust thought I would drop in and share some of the joy in my life. I am happier than I have ever been. I'm so glad you did! :grouphug: Your voice on the boards is one I have missed. I like your description "earthy sailing people" -- our family is just starting to get into sailing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Peela!!!! SO GOOD to see you here! I am so happy to hear how wonderful things have turned out for all ov you!!! SO HAPPY!!!!!:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Miss you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I have wondered about you Peela and missed you too. So glad that you and your kids are doing well. :iagree: I am missing you around here!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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