Roni’s Remedy: Home bound, green thumb and crazy cortisol
School shootings are so out of control in this country. My husband is ready to homeschool. I am almost there, but it means a career change for me since he can’t change his job. I feel horrible. Choosing between my career and my kids’ safety. It should be an easy decision, but I feel scared to pick. Is that normal or am I a bad mom? – Feeling Selfish
Feeling Selfish – No, you are not a bad mother at all. You’re just in a spot where you didn’t imagine your life being. I can’t imagine any parent thinking “Oh wow! Another school shooting so now I need to homeschool!” You and your husband need to come to this decision together, and it shouldn’t be all put on your shoulders. I know he can’t change his job, but when he is home, he does need to help if you decide to homeschool. And maybe you don’t need to change your job. Maybe you guys can hire a tutor or a nanny if you’re in the financial position to do that. There are many ways to homeschool, and it doesn’t have to be the traditional school setting in the home. Do lots of research! And ask your........
