My son should be in preschool. But he's not. Last year and the year before I was working full-time. I taught 7th & 8th grade Language Arts and Reading. I felt so much guilt for having my boy in daycare, I couldn't bear it. Working outside the home is not for me--and to add to the discomfort of it all, I really wasn't happy with my job. I became a teacher sort of by default (but that's a whole other post), and while I grew to love my students, I missed my son too much. By the way, I have a serious problem with the word full-time mom, working outside the home and being fully involved in your kids life are not mutually exclusive. I've always been a full-time mom.
I am so grateful that I am now doing what I'm meant to be doing, I get to stay home. Having another baby on the way really solidified my decision. I was not prepared to put an infant in daycare. I love being home with these two kids, taking care of my home and my husband. I love it all, even the bad days are good days.
So back to the beginning..I keep my four year old home and I use my teaching experience to teach him. Everyday we work on letters, writing, Math, and his favorite, Art. Next year he'll be five, next year he'll start Kindergarten, next year I will miss him all day long while he's gone but for now, he's only four and were enjoying every minute of it.
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Grateful he's still only four
2 comments:
4 is so much fun! I think it is such a blessing when you find the right rhythm for you and your family!
He's so adorable! Kids grow up too fast already, I'm glad you guys have this time together.
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