Wow...things look different around here!

[Ria]

Hi, guys! I'm back for a bit. :)

Updates on me: As you know, I've stopped selling MWS. It needs to be updated, and while I might do it someday, I don't have time to do it right now. I'm currently teaching English and marine biology at a co-op nearby. While it's been fun for my children to be there, we've found that it's not really meeting their needs. Last week my 10th grader came to us and asked to go to the public high school. After considering his request, and knowing how bored he is with his co-op classes, we agreed. He starts on Monday. The school was pleased with his transcript and work samples and has put him in several honors classes. He's thrilled, and we are thrilled for him.

In addition, in the fall I'm planning to put the three younger boys in the school as well (they'll be in 6th, 7th, and 9th grades). They want to go, and I'm ready to let them. I feel like I've given them a solid educational foundation, and of course I'll stay involved in their schooling. I'm happy about it, and am enjoying my last few months of homeschooling. The twins are very happy at college. Life is good. :)

Ria

[Mom2legomaniacs]

Welcome back! You have definitely been missed around here. I am happy to see you. Good luck with the changes -- you have quite a few, don't you?

[Closeacademy]

Glad to see you back. I always enjoy your words of wisdom.:)

[momofkhm]

I'm happy to see you back. I've enjoyed reading your posts and wisdom. I do hope you'll stick around, at least checking in from time to time so we can all continue to get your wise council.

[Mrs. Readsalot]

I sounds like life and great and that is wonderful to hear. I miss you around here, but I can understand the reason. Thank you very much for suggesting Science Explorer for middle grades. My son and I just finished the last book, and we completely enjoyed them. You have been a real blessing to the boards. Best wishes for your and your childrens future endeavors. Keep in touch here when you can.

[Rhondabee]

and, though I'm stunned! - *Thank you* for sharing what's been going on. I've been wondering how your year was going.

How wonderful is it that your kids are wanting the best for themselves! What more could a homeschool mom want?

Good job, Mom!

[Doran]

Hi, guys! I'm back for a bit. :)

Updates on me: As you know, I've stopped selling MWS. It needs to be updated, and while I might do it someday, I don't have time to do it right now. I'm currently teaching English and marine biology at a co-op nearby. While it's been fun for my children to be there, we've found that it's not really meeting their needs. Last week my 10th grader came to us and asked to go to the public high school. After considering his request, and knowing how bored he is with his co-op classes, we agreed. He starts on Monday. The school was pleased with his transcript and work samples and has put him in several honors classes. He's thrilled, and we are thrilled for him.

In addition, in the fall I'm planning to put the three younger boys in the school as well (they'll be in 6th, 7th, and 9th grades). They want to go, and I'm ready to let them. I feel like I've given them a solid educational foundation, and of course I'll stay involved in their schooling. I'm happy about it, and am enjoying my last few months of homeschooling. The twins are very happy at college. Life is good. :)

Ria


Ria!!

I was just-just-just thinking about you (note the happy dog imitation in my subject line :p) and wondering if you were ever going to venture back to the board again. Great to see you!

I'm glad to know that life is good. Sounds like you've got a lot going on (big surprise), and that the kids are growing up and out beautifully. I have been pondering public school for our oldest in recent days, so your post is particularly timely for me.

Please pop in as often as you can...whether you're homeschooling or not. Your posts are always helpful.

Cheers,
Doran

[ELaurie]

We missed you :)

[Robin Hood]

Hi Ria, I noticed you were not here. It's good to hear from you.

[Robin in Tx]

Ria!! So good to see your name again! I'm glad everything is going so well for you and your kids... thanks so much for updating us and I hope you still pop in when you can!

Robin

[Tammyla]

Ria, I'm happy to hear life is going so well for you and the family. We've missed your voice. ;)
Blessings~

[gardenschooler]

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http://www.clicksmilies.com/s1106/aktion/action-smiley-046.gif Welcome back!

[Michelle in MO]

We may be doing the same thing with our middle daughter next year. Our oldest doesn't seem interested in the h.s., so she'll start taking classes at the cc, most likely. But, our middle daughter is interested in h.s. We're not sure what to do yet with the youngest.

My husband was diagnosed with an enlarged heart in the fall; he had a defibrillator implanted and is now doing quite well. However, he felt it would be wise (and I agree) for me to get my master's degree and become "employable", just in case. So, I don't think I can manage homeschooling and graduate school. Our lives will most likely be changing, too! Just wish we had better options here!

Glad to have you back!

[yvonne]

Oh, Ria, it is so good to see you back here!! Sounds like you have a lot going on, but I sure hope you'll continue to pop in here from time to time. You've been such a wonderful voice of encouragement and experience!

yvonne

[WTMindy]

Great to see you here. I was just thinking about you a couple days ago because I was wondering how you would answer a certain question. Come by lots!!!!

[Nancy in SoCal]

It sounds as though things are going great for all of you. Congrats!

[Jennifer in MI]

Wow Ria! Those are some big changes. I wish you and your family well! But, while I know you are busy, would you consider staying around here and answering questions for us??? I know I have valued your input over the years!

[Pster]

Hi Ria!!
Glad to hear everything is going well!
You sure are keeping yourself busy!
take care~

[Karin]

Glad to see you here and to hear that things are going well for you. When you and Colleen were both gone, the boards, while still good, were different. You were missed!

[Jackie in AR]

Hi, Ria! It is good to see you again!

It sounds like things are really changing around your house. Take care, and come back to visit often. We need your voice of experience.:)

[JudoMom]

Hi, guys! I'm back for a bit. :)

Updates on me: As you know, I've stopped selling MWS. It needs to be updated, and while I might do it someday, I don't have time to do it right now. I'm currently teaching English and marine biology at a co-op nearby. While it's been fun for my children to be there, we've found that it's not really meeting their needs. Last week my 10th grader came to us and asked to go to the public high school. After considering his request, and knowing how bored he is with his co-op classes, we agreed. He starts on Monday. The school was pleased with his transcript and work samples and has put him in several honors classes. He's thrilled, and we are thrilled for him.

In addition, in the fall I'm planning to put the three younger boys in the school as well (they'll be in 6th, 7th, and 9th grades). They want to go, and I'm ready to let them. I feel like I've given them a solid educational foundation, and of course I'll stay involved in their schooling. I'm happy about it, and am enjoying my last few months of homeschooling. The twins are very happy at college. Life is good. :)

Ria

I hope your transition continues to go smoothly :D.

[strider]

I have always appreciated the wisdom and the laughs you offer. Glad to see you back--hope to see you here more!

:-D

[DB in NJ]

(((Ria)))

I'm so happy to see you :)

[Scarlett]

Hi Ria! Good to hear from you.

[Krista in LA]

I hope you'll stick around or at least pop in once in awhile. You always have such good advice and I enjoy reading your posts. I hope school works out for all of you. My 7th grade dd is considering going to school so I'd be interested in hearing how the transition goes for both you and the kids.

[*anj*]

Ria,
I will just echo the others and tell you that it's really nice to see you here.
You've been sorely missed.
I am shocked at the changes in your life, but it sounds like they'll be good changes for your family. It must be kind of weird, watching a season of your life come to an end, eh?

Be well, and please do visit sometimes. You know, there are plenty of people here who don't homeschool anymore!

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[Basketmaker Amy]

Life is good. :)

Ria

I'm glad to hear it! Good luck with all your changes!

[Denise in IN]

It's good to see you back here! Sounds like you have many changes ahead. I hope it all goes well for your family. Don't be a stranger here! :)

[Lizzie in Ma]

Lots of changes for sure, it all sounds wonderful. Stick around for our benefit would you? You are such a blessing around here.

[BamaTanya]

You've been missed. It's nice to hear the update on your family. Enjoy this season!

[Mamagistra]

Howdy, Ria! :) Here's wishing you the best with all those changes. You've been missed 'round here, so don't be a stranger.

[Colleen]

I've missed you and have been remiss in not emailing. We need to catch up! I am really surprised by your news and am super interested (as are others, I'm sure) in hearing more about your decision to stop homeschooling. Hope you take time to share more!

[Sharon in SC]

Hello, Ria!!!! Since you've been gone, *our* dishwasher was hooked up in my new kitchen! :-D The kitchen itself is not yet fully functional as I've got to get the rest of the poly finish on them but, for now, all appliances are operational and we're working from a lame duck position, limping along otherwise. Our current endeavors include emptying the old house to prep it for the market by early spring (painting, refinishing hardwoods, exchanging carpet, etc). Of course, we're doing all this ourselves. :-} After the sign is in the yard, we'll resume renovating and unpacking boxes at the new house.

All in all, we've definitely shifted legs which is a good feeling. We press on.....

Again, it's good to hear from you!
Blessings,
Sharon

[KidsHappen]

Good luck with the kids schooling. At least one of mine will be going next year.