Wow.
My kids are going to school and I dare say, I LIKE IT!!
They are so, so, sooooo happy it’s ridiculous.
Sebastian is very proud of himself and loves his lunch bag and backback. He’s already announcing the fact that he has 2 girlfriends, one of which apparently holds his hand wherever she goes! (Admittedly, I question some of the “facts”.)
Mika is making loads of friends and very happy about her class, too.
We chose an alternative school to which we had to apply. It was a very rigorous application process, but now that we’re in there, I can see it was worth it. They have child-directed learning and the focus on the application of data through projects. They constantly reinforce the autonomy of the children and I’m really looking forward to being a bigger part of the school and what goes on there.
And me, well, I feel like a new woman! I mean, being a homeschooling, self-employed, single mother wasn’t necessarily fun or easy. I knew that they and I were both getting the short end of the stick, to a certain degree. Things feel different. I’m not sure where it will take us, but I’m happy to know that they are getting the time and attention and community they need, and…
…well, so am I. 🙂
This past weekend in honor of my 33rd birthday, we had some amazing people get together for a visit. It was so wonderful to feel the makings of a very special community starting to grow wings here, in Montreal. The kids had a blast together, and it was so fun to see how easy the raw/eco lifestyle can be when you are surrounded by other like-minded individuals.
I really think community is one of the most important needs we have, and I’m grateful for those who contribute to this community and are a part of what we do. Watching my kids play I recognized my own child-like enthusiasm for the projects and people that are a part of what we do. Life is good.
Okay, just a few mushy thoughts. It’s been a while since I’ve posted here, and I suspect now that my muffins are off to school, it may be a bit easier for me to make this happen.
Love, hugs and gratitude!
Tera