@daiyana - It's very exhausting, but always worth it.

@danielcarrerag - I will try to remember this line: "Experience is the toughest teacher; it gives you the test before you've studied." For all the books you can read about parenting, living in

@shine6712 - Thank you for the kind words. I find a lot of inspiration in my children, not only in who they are today, but in who they will be in the future. I have failed many times as a father, but my

@kachy2022 - So true. I am blessed by a wonderful wife who encourages me and supports me. It does not eliminate all the challenges of parenting, but having an appreciative partner is a true blessing.

@arrliinn - It is amazing to me how much encouragement my children give me. As I stated in the article, parenting can be challenging. But as I reflect, I am blessed by many times when my kiddos know what

@katiekate86 - Thanks for writing a comment on this post. God is an important part of my life. So many times, He has protected our family. Thanks for stopping by!

@arrliinn - Keep it up, especially on the hard days. I hope that someday you will look back on your homeschooling journey and you say, "It was a blessing! It was the right thing to do!"

@emeka4 - Thank you for the kind words. It means a lot. You are correct. We do make mistakes, so many of them. Even in those times, we want to keep learning and keep growing. I hope and pray that my children

@diabolika - I am still around. Not as active as in the past, but still around. Thanks for the kind words regarding this wonderful milestone. I believe it reflects a lot on my oldest daughter, but it also

@minismallholding - Each child is unique, but you already know that. What one child might want is something another child might dread. We feel blessed that we were able to give our eldest both a graduation

@gabrieladifazio - Thanks for commenting on my post. First, thank you for being so transparent. Second, thank you for the encouragement. I will be the first to admit that homeschooling is not for everyone,

No bumps or bruises means no excitement or adventure. I don't want my children to think they must live in a bubble-wrapped world. My job is to prepare them for the adventure that awaits them, not cause

Praise God, indeed! It was very hard at the moment, and for several days, my daughter needed extra rest and sleep. Things are much better now! Yesterday, she seemed to return to normal (being her usual

I agree that it is crucial to accept someone's forgiveness. Sometimes, it is hard, but it is very important. As I have been reflecting on your comment, I realize that if I don't accept forgiveness well,

So true. So true When our mistakes cause pain to our loved ones they are the hardest to forgive ourselves for. Thankfully, my daughter is doing well now (I am, too). Thanks for sharing your similar

@apanamamama - Thanks for considering adding my video to your day.

@dkid14 - Thanks for the encouragement. I hope you are doing well. I want to post more consistently. That is the goal.

@malos10 - I am doing well. Thanks for reaching out and checking on me. I have had other things to focus on lately, but I hope to be able to post again soon.

Thanks for the comment and kind words. I will not be participating in the promo event this time. There are some other cards that I want to buy soon. I am saving up to make that purchase.

Seeing something I had never seen before is always fun!