God trusts parents to be the best parent they can be…
This week Charlie, David and I were able to spend a lot of quality time as a family. As we were out and about I was amazed at how grown up Charlie is becoming. He is so compassionate and caring. No, matter where we were or what we were doing Charlie was always taking care of me and making sure I was okay. As I would walk around, I would catch him watching me at different times, and it just made me feel so proud.
Although I could tell, there was something on Charlie’s mind he didn’t want to talk about whatever it was so I left him alone because I knew Charlie would come to me when he was ready. Then on Thursday, evening Charlie announced he was ready to return to public school. As he said this, my heart was breaking, and I couldn’t believe what I was hearing.
I knew as a parent it didn’t matter what I wanted or how I felt this had to be Charlie’s choice. So I haven’t said anything else to Charlie about it as I wanted him to be sure and if we pushed Charlie, he would do what he thought we wanted not what he thinks is best for him. Then yesterday there was another shooting in a school as I listened I shared the details with Charlie and David.
I shared my concerns with Charlie, and as I did, he looked at me and said it was my choice as to what I wanted him to do. So I had to set aside my fears and let Charlie know I was okay with him returning to school. David is having trouble coming to terms with Charlie returning to school as he sees how torn I am.
This morning David returned to work and Charlie is in his room I come to the Lord with my fears and concerns and I give him Charlie and I ask for clarity and help in making the right decision not only in Charlie’s schooling but in our living situation as David is going back and forth and even though I hate to admit it all of this is affecting my health.
As much as I love Blogging and working from home if Charlie is going to return to school is it time to quit blogging? Should I get a job outside the house? Because there is one thing I know and that is staying in this house by myself well let me sink into a depression which I can’t afford to do.
Or do I muddle through and keep on blogging and find a friend that would like to learn how to blog and we build a site together? Because the one friend I thought wanted to do this hasn’t gotten back with me the way she should and now she says they may be moving. Which I am okay with as long as it is the right choice for her family. I just need someone close and dedicated to building a business just like I am or at least as I was.
Please Pray for our family and if you have suggestions or thoughts or how I can move forward Please let me know what we need to do and how we can get it done.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie, and David Cates
Good luck with everything! My kids are in school and I continue working from home. I love the freedom of being available if they need me.
You are facing some tough decisions and I trust God to show you the way – the way that is right for your family during this season. Change can be difficult but sometimes necessary. I’m confident that with God’s help, you’ll make the right decisions.
What ever you decide to do take it to Heavenly Father first. All will be good for Charlie and you will find what direction you need to go.
There are a lot of support groups for blogger moms out there I wish I had one that I could refer you to. Could you possibly work part time or even volunteer at the school? So you don’t have to completely stop blogging.
For me working at home is one of the best things I ever did. My kiddos have been in school for quite a number of years now, but I enjoy working at home. Working for myself gives me the freedom to be able to help out at my kiddos school. I love that. You do what feels right for you.
Blogging and earning a living at it is a full time job. It takes time to grow, so maybe doing some side jobs while your child is in school as well?
My triplets are heading to kindergarten in the fall. I am trying to decide the same. Keep blogging full time or head back to an outside the home job? I’m still unsure!
Only you will know what’s right for you and what needs to be done and when to do it. I hope you find the answer best for your child.
I think you should definitely try to keep up with blogging! I work a full time job and I find time to squeeze in my blogging. It is fun for me and when it stops being fun I will stop doing it.
There’s no reason that you have to quit blogging! You can always try to keep going whatever effort you can, little by little. I work full time and am trying to build up a good blog, too.
I guess you should let your kid study outside and then continue blogging. Make yourself busy and do what you love. Working from home makes it more convenient for you in case he will be needing you in time of school activities.
God will show you the right path that you need to take. Trus Him and be patient, he never fails when you ask. You should also join Facebook support groups for bloggers such as blogging like we mean it. You will receive great help from established bloggers who are blogging full time.
Sending out the most positive vibes to you ever. It must be really tough because it would take a whole other adjustment of him going back to public school, but it will all work out and you will all find your pace again.
I think most parents are just trying to do the best job they can with their kids. It sure is not an easy job.
You’ll make the best decision that works for you and your family simply because you’re praying about it. Our Heavenly Father will guide you and all will be well. Just trust and stay in prayer.
As parents, we always just try to do our very best for our children. It’s nice to know someone has our back.