We have, in all honesty, been quite slack on the blogging front (as noted by some people). Apologies! Over the past 5 weeks we have been trying to 'find our feet' as we start this new phase in our lives.
The largest challenge - by far - has been learning to be around each other for such large amounts of time. There have been lots (lots!) of arguments and bickering between the children, and I have had some days where its all been a bit too much.... but slowly, slowly I am starting to see glimmers of light and love in my family. The children playing alongside each other; an older sister helping a younger brother; sisters working on a science project together; the ability to manage for more than a day without Facebook or texting. And those glimmers fill me with hope and joy, and a growing confidence that things will get better!
We have tried to be open and honest with each other, and have talked about what is working and what is not. The children felt they needed some more 'structure', so I have done a plan for the month based on a topic they wanted to explore, plus we have been working on some National Curriculum workbooks. We have been out and about too, and met some other families which is brilliant, as well as talking to existing friends who home-ed and being reassured by their 'expertise'!
The best things so far has been getting to know my children again and slowing things down. We have all had time to take an interest in personal hobbies (I am a knitting Nora!); walk in the Sunshine; visit places of interest with no crowds; pick conkers; eat home-made cake with a hot cup of tea, and BREATHE. No home-work; no 'have you made your packed lunch'; no ' turn the TV off'; no 'we haven't got time'; no 'I know your tired but it's time to get up'.
We plan to upload some photos soon - but technology was not on my side today - plus the children all need to do a post each per month as part of their learning...... watch this space!
Thanks for reading
angela x
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