Taking a Break

Whew!!! Though I find it hard to believe, we have made it to Spring Break once again! The time between the starting line back in Sept. and this milestone marker has flown by. We will have a week off from our studies, and enjoy some special day trips with Mr. Wonderful hopefully (if the weather improves).
This has really been an encouraging school year so far. I have seen some areas of progress in my children that have made me rejoice, and shown me that God is faithful to answer prayer. I am also enjoying the fruit that has come from requiring hard work of my children. It is so easy to feel like giving up on the things in homeschooling that are challenging, but to press on, depending on the Lord, and asking Him to help us, brings blessing.
I also cherish all the time that I get to enjoy with my children, and especially feel what a privilege that is with my teens. I can feel the clock ticking, and I know these fleeting years with all of them still at home will be over one day. I am seeing God's work in their hearts, causing them to love Him and driving them to even want to share their faith with others and for that I'm extremely grateful.