Merry Christmas and Romans 8:28

Posted on Friday, December 22, 2006 at 09:27

I can now write this entry without balling....I think.  I just found out this week that this homeschooling mother of three must go back to work as a full time teacher.  You see when I went to renew my teaching certificate they told me, "I'm sorry maam, you have to have at least 30 months teaching under this certificate. ME: Well I have 20 from the last one and 20 from this one, doesn't that count?  Them:  No I'm sorry but if you show us a contract my August 31st, we will give you an extension." 

I know it sounds trivial, it's not like someone is dying or something, but it is just not what I had in mind.  I was perfectly content homeschooling my kids and being able to mold them and be there with them.  I now have to put my 3 yr old in day care and arrange for after school child care for the other 2.  The thought of that breaks my heart. 

I am trying to trust in the Lord and remember that all thing work for the good of those who love him and have been called according to His purpose.( Romans 8:28 ) I know I'm being called to a purpose and I just pray that I can see that purpose and find joy and peace in knowing that I am doing His will even though it is not my will. 

So now I sit back and pray and see what God has in store.  It would be a a miracle to get a job in the same school as where my third grader and kindergartener will be attending.  That is what I am praying for.  It would make life easier and I would only have to find afterschool care on days when I had staff meetings after school.

So now I just pray that my daughter adjusts well.  We have decided to start her on January 2 after the Christmas break.  She is excited but nervous.  She knows most everyone in the class because she went in for specials.  We think it will make it easier on her seeing I will be able to be here for her after school for at least 5 months while she gets acclimated. 

I hope all reading has a very Merry Christmas.  I know I will if I remember Romans 8:28 and find joy and thanks in God's gift to us all.  God Bless!

-Connie

WHY????

Posted by Billyhomesteader on Friday, December 22, 2006 at 10:13 - Link

I don't understand why you are going back to work. Is it so you can say that you have a teachers certificate?? What do you need that for?? Is someone telling you that you need it to homeschool your children??
I would move to another state if that is the case. I would not be putting my children in school if I wanted to homeschool them. Nothing in this world would interfear with me raising my children, if I were in your place.NOTHING,NOTHING,NOTHING, in this world.
Lots of love to you and do everthing in your power to stay at home with your children.

Precious Sister...

Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, December 26, 2006 at 09:09 - Link

I will be praying for you. As a mommy of ten I can understand your heart breaking as you consider leaving your babies and your faith in His Plan as you follow His leading. The Lord is faithful and I will eagerly look forward to hearing of His good work in your life.

Trust In God

Posted by Liz on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at 05:31 - Link

HI Connie - I just read your entry about having to go back to work. I am so sorry to hear that - I know the day I went back to work full time was one of the hardest days of my life. I even had to give them a key to get into the house - I worried so. Well, now they are having babies of their own and they are still my best friends. It will work out because it is God's will. Like we have talked about, everything happens for a reason - whether it is good or if it is a learning experience (that means bad - jk). I do know how you feel - my babies are having babies and I can't be with them. But I guess I will survive and you will too. Take care - I hope your Christmas was blessed. Liz

back to work

Posted by Anonymous on Friday, December 29, 2006 at 04:01 - Link

Hi Connie. Wow, I can't believe you're going back to teaching. I am praying for you because I know what a great homeschooling mommy you are but on the other hand your students are going to be very blessed to have you as a teacher. (((hugshugshugs)))

love kim

ps Feb vaca. It's a date. ;)

Hi

Posted by Alma on Monday, January 1, 2007 at 11:02 - Link

Hey Chica,
Wow, I am very surprised to hear you say that you are going back to work....but sometimes we must make those decisions to secure our children a better future. Going back to work and leaving my 3.5 month old was one of the hardest decisions I had to make BUT i kept looking at the future and the goals I wanted to attain and how much my income would help me to secure my baby's future and it made it easier to accept. However, look at it on the bright side, we work in a school, our days are shorter, and we are off pretty often SOOOOO, the day will go by very quickly...I am here if u need me....love u ALMA