We are in the midst of trying to decide what are the best educational options for Brian and Jonalyn. Should Brian stay home or is he ready to go to high school next year? Will he be able to handle it? Has he learned enough time management skills? Does he now know how to focus well on the task at hand? Can I stand by and allow him to sink or swim?
And Jonalyn, is it best she stay in school or can I work better with her one on one? Am I giving up on her or being realistic about her abilities/disabilities? How can I know?
Last night I found myself asking God for a glimpse into the future – just ten years from now. I want to see if Brian has done well in school and is successful out in the real world. I want to know what I can expect from Jonalyn. It would do my heart good to see if all three are healthy, happy and contributing to society.
And then I remembered Jeremiah [29:11]. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” There’s a song that goes something like, “I know who holds the future.” And I do. God not only has the glimpse into the future I so desire, he controls it. All he asks me to do is to trust him with it. So easy and yet so hard.
It can be so hard to know the best route for each child. We have gone back and forth about whether the Littles should be in PS or not. Things are going better this year, so we are taking that as affirmation of our choice to continue to homeschool them. I hope you find peace with your decicions.