Today's vow.

I have been convicted about being too "schedule oriented" with feeling "behind" and not being so concerned with my child(ren)'s well being. So, for today the schedule is out the window! And, I promise not to nag or complain about how long it takes him to get from one subject to the next. Instead I will gently remind him to keep on task only when I must.

Plans have changed.

After spending a few days working through the teachers manual, I have decided that it's very organized and I'm prepared to get started earlier. Yes, only one week earlier, but hey one week is one week! Soo, I'm starting on Monday! Yikes!! That seems so quick.

I sat with my husband earlier today and showed him everything, talked about all I need and what he thinks about it all. And, I'm ready.

We have a few things to pick up tomorrow, nothing big. Index cards and a tangerine. We have a bigger list to get on Friday, but to start out next week I'll be fine with the basics. I also have to make a few copies, but then we'll be ready to start! We went to the library today to pick up whatever I could for this weeks topic. I had placed a few books on hold through the interloan checkout thingy, which hadn't come in yet. I think that will work out great since it give us a few fresh books after we've looked through these. (it shouldn't be too long)

Anyway, as I sat here tonight it really started to hit me. I felt for the first time really nervous about the whole thing. The first two weeks are actually more intense than some of the others - especially the second week. The second week has a lot of hands on things, which will really start the year off with a bang, but eye yi yi, I'm just worried about getting overwhelmed or something. I know it will be a tough transition for all of us. We've been VERY relaxed in our homeschooling and there has never been this much structure to follow. I think we are all looking forward to knowing what to expect. Buut, I can't help but feel scared of how things could turn out. My husband keeps telling me it will be fine and that he's even willing to help out if need be! I told you his name is Superman. :-) Anyway, I will keep posting as I work through my days and hopefully I don't find myself drowning in doubt. I have prayed. And prayed. I am sure this is the step God has placed in front of me and He is faithful to bring me through any troubling places. So, I will trust in Him. There is no better place to be but in His hands.

1st Corinthians 7:17
But as God hath distributed to every man, as the Lord hath called every one, so let him walk.