the4Rs Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 If you could, please pray for my daughter and son and myself. We had to put the kids in PS this year so I could work more because we need it financially. Today is the first full day and my son was curled up in a ball this morning saying over and over "I don't want to go to school." My daughter was crying and didn't want to leave me and I was a bawling mess all the way home. None of my friends with kids in PS understand how much I am missing my kids. They say things like "It will be fine!" or "They'll have a great year!" and I know they mean well but today I don't want to hear all that. Today I am mourning what a beautiful thing homeschooling is (even on the hardest days) and that we cannot do it during this season of our lives. Sigh. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I am so sorry. Those friends do mean well but they also can't comprehend your feelings. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkacademy Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 OK I won't say those things I will just say I am so sorry and I truly hope things can fall together and you can get the kiddos back home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saille Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I'm so sorry. I'd be feeling the same way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandy in TN Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I am so sorry that your homeschool journey was interrupted and that ps is necessary when you would rather have them home. Mandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrn Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plansrme Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 Awww, your post brought tears to my eyes, but I think you are wise to think of this as a season of your life: you do what you have to do now; it is not necessarily forever. Your well-meaning friends are right, though--the kids WILL survive. But of course you also want them to thrive, and it is okay to be sad that at this very moment, that does not appear to be happening. I hope you get from survive to thrive very soon. Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug: I'm sorry. Your friends may be saying that to try to make you feel better. I am the one saying that to a friend of mine. I don't see any point in making her feel worse about a situation she can't change at this point, IYKWIM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susann Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I'm sending lots of prayers and hugs your way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
applethyme Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reflections Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I would feel the exact same way. I'm very sorry. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinaPagnato Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I would feel EXACTLY the same way. I'm sorry. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalypso Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 For different reasons, my ds10 is going to school for the first time this year. Everyday he asks if he could please stay home. It breaks my heart, but dh wants him to give this particular school a try. I know he will adjust in time, but it is so hard right know. Just wanted you to know that I understand how you feel and that I hope you all adjust soon to the new routine. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen in CO Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 Both of my girls started ps this year - one because it was a terrific school that is a perfect match for her, and the other went because she was lonely without her lifelong playmate home. They both want to go to school and are happy, but I'm still sad about it. :grouphug: I miss them. I miss our slow, cuddly mornings and relaxed days. I just miss them being here. It would be even harder if they weren't excite about going. I do still manage to put on my cheerful face for them every morning and make them a big breakfast. There's lots I do to try to make it easier for us both, at least until the bus comes. :grouphug: Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniBlondes Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 If you could, please pray for my daughter and son and myself. We had to put the kids in PS this year so I could work more because we need it financially. Today is the first full day and my son was curled up in a ball this morning saying over and over "I don't want to go to school." My daughter was crying and didn't want to leave me and I was a bawling mess all the way home. None of my friends with kids in PS understand how much I am missing my kids. They say things like "It will be fine!" or "They'll have a great year!" and I know they mean well but today I don't want to hear all that. Today I am mourning what a beautiful thing homeschooling is (even on the hardest days) and that we cannot do it during this season of our lives. Sigh. Thanks. :grouphug: I am sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvnlattes Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma_Bear Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug:I'm sorry:grouphug:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I'm so sorry. I'd be feeling the same way. :iagree::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara in Colo Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 Put on a big smile for them momma and I'll be praying for you. I cannot pretend this will be easy for any of you, but perhaps there is a reason for this season in the great scheme of God's plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloridaLisa Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug: I'm sorry. Here's to lots of hugs and cuddles and cooking and read-alouds in the evenings. May you be blessed even in this season. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlessedMom Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug: Praying for you and your precious children. May God comfort you all with the peace that surpasses human understanding! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lovinmomma Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 If you could, please pray for my daughter and son and myself. We had to put the kids in PS this year so I could work more because we need it financially. Today is the first full day and my son was curled up in a ball this morning saying over and over "I don't want to go to school." My daughter was crying and didn't want to leave me and I was a bawling mess all the way home. None of my friends with kids in PS understand how much I am missing my kids. They say things like "It will be fine!" or "They'll have a great year!" and I know they mean well but today I don't want to hear all that. Today I am mourning what a beautiful thing homeschooling is (even on the hardest days) and that we cannot do it during this season of our lives. Sigh. Thanks. Oh, how I understand your pain!!!!!! I completely get how you feel about "not wanting to hear that" right now. I can't lie. It's been really hard for me, too. And it still is. We have found other ways to connect and it's helped some to still do some "after schooling" I thought that would make it worse to have to do MORE school but it helps the kids to feel some normalization (And it helps me, too!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessReplanted Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug: We'd be devastated here too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedchaos Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I didn't read all the replies but first I'm sorry you are having a hard time, but I do think what you are experiencing is a natural process. I (and my dc) went through the exact same thing when they started PS after homeschooling about 4 years ago. It is a tough transition. For us, overall it has worked out to be a positive thing but it did take a good 6 months or so for everyone to feel that way. There are times that I still have a pang of wanting to homeschool again, but (most) of my kids are doing well and have no interest, and I know it isn't really a very good fit for me. Give it time and it will likely get better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the4Rs Posted August 22, 2012 Author Share Posted August 22, 2012 Thank you all for the virtual hugs, prayers, and encouragement. I know it will get easier as we all get used to it...I think it will take me a little longer than my kids, though. The house was very quiet today. :crying: But I must say I have one amazing husband. He only gets a short lunch break at work across town and never comes home but today he did so he could hug me, pray with me, and encourage me. I really married a keeper. So blessed to have him by my side.:001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staceyobu Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 How did their first day go? :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4wildberrys Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 If you could, please pray for my daughter and son and myself. We had to put the kids in PS this year so I could work more because we need it financially. Today is the first full day and my son was curled up in a ball this morning saying over and over "I don't want to go to school." My daughter was crying and didn't want to leave me and I was a bawling mess all the way home. None of my friends with kids in PS understand how much I am missing my kids. They say things like "It will be fine!" or "They'll have a great year!" and I know they mean well but today I don't want to hear all that. Today I am mourning what a beautiful thing homeschooling is (even on the hardest days) and that we cannot do it during this season of our lives. Sigh. Thanks. :grouphug: Well, we understand here! So sorry, but I totally understand 100%. I guess I am 'lucky' in that my dd is graduated and my son will be in 11th, but I also have to figure out work for our finances. Times are tough with this awful economy. Good luck ----and don't give up hope because things could definitely improve soon and you could always be a homeschool mom again, or even figure out a way to homeschool and work! Just keep the faith and know you are NOT alone ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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