Our Family’s Journey & the Blessings We’ve Found**
Choosing to homeschool wasn’t something I had planned. It happened out of necessity, out of a mother’s instinct to protect and help her child. I didn’t know how to teach, I was young, and my patience was thin. Honestly, I had no idea what I was stepping into. But I knew one thing for sure: my son was struggling in public school, and something needed to change.
Homeschooling became a journey of growth for our entire family. I learned how to teach, how to slow down, how to reshape our days around faith and learning, and how to extend patience—both to my kids and to myself. Through trial and error, we found a rhythm that works for us.
Here are the three main reasons I love homeschooling my children.
1. I Can Be In Control of What—and How—They Learn
One of the greatest blessings of homeschooling is having full control over the curriculum and teaching style. Yes, we use California state standards as a gentle guideline, especially for testing. But I also get to teach what I believe truly matters.
In our home, that includes:
- God and biblical truth
- Practical life skills
- Trade skills like welding
- Cooking
- Financial literacy and budgeting
- Taxes and entrepreneurship
- Character development
Homeschooling gives us the freedom to educate our children with purpose, not pressure.
2. I Get to Socialize My Children the Way I See Fit
One of the biggest misconceptions about homeschooling is that kids won’t be socialized. But the truth is, my children socialize plenty—just in healthier, more intentional environments.
They interact with others at:
- Church
- Sports
- Library programs
- Everyday errands and grocery shopping
They’re learning how to communicate with people of all ages—not just kids their own age. They aren’t picking up negative behaviors from peers, and they’re not dealing with bullying or classroom distractions.
Instead, I get to teach them:
- Manners
- Eye contact
- A proper handshake
- How to greet others politely
- How to hold doors open with respect
These important social skills often get overlooked in traditional schooling, but at home, they’re a priority.
3. Freedom to Travel, Explore, and Learn Anywhere
One of my favorite parts of homeschooling is the flexibility. We aren’t tied to a public school calendar or strict attendance requirements. If we want to pack up and travel, visit family, or enjoy the outdoors—we can.
Learning happens everywhere, including:
- Museums
- Road trips
- National parks
- Zoos
- Local businesses
- Historical sites
We can turn any outing into a field trip, making education fun, memorable, and meaningful.
The Hard Days and Holy Moments
I won’t sugarcoat it—there are days when I feel like a complete failure as a homeschool mom. Days when I question if I’m doing enough or teaching well, or giving my children everything they need.
And then there are days when I watch them read confidently, master a new skill, help a sibling, or show kindness without being prompted—and I am overwhelmed with gratitude and pride.
Through it all, I trust that God is guiding me as I raise these beautifully bright young men. They are learning real-life skills, growing in character, and discovering the world at their own pace. And I have the blessing of being the one to teach them.
Final Thoughts
Homeschooling hasn’t been the easiest path, but it has been one of the most rewarding. Every struggle, every victory, every lesson learned together has knit our family closer and created a learning environment filled with faith, freedom, and love.
We wouldn’t trade it for anything.
