tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057235051586871190.post2473270238334250321..comments2023-04-05T08:17:38.759-05:00Comments on Word Girl: COMPROMISEWordGirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06204055870484888440noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057235051586871190.post-51001452072370553392011-09-05T19:41:01.944-05:002011-09-05T19:41:01.944-05:00Oh, Shannon. So often when you write about your s...Oh, Shannon. So often when you write about your struggles they just hit so close to home. I've been praying for you and your newest home schooling venture. <br /><br />When Ford was little, my one and only prayer every single morning when I would hear him cry was, "Dear Lord, help me make it through this day." It was all I dare ask. <br /><br />Ford, like B, was always happiest when we were around other folks. I'd work around nap time and early bedtime and we'd run errands. But, there were some days when I just wished we could stay home.<br /><br />I don't know if it would take much to rejuvenate or motivate B. Could you plan a short activity in the middle of the home schooling day to help get her through? Obviously, there will be days when you have things you HAVE to do ie orthodontist appointments. But, what if is just a thirty minute break to just go somewhere? You could save up some big-girl play dates as a big incentive for some weeks. <br /><br />Those are some thoughts that I came to mind. I am experienced with dealing with a much younger child than B. So, I don't know if a trip to the grocery store or bank would do anything for her. Ford never cared where we went as long as he got to interact with someone other than me!<br /><br />Hang in there! I'll keep praying!Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08846022756796551432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057235051586871190.post-54798058178676595712011-09-02T18:16:28.853-05:002011-09-02T18:16:28.853-05:00Misha, I agree that this is more than a preference...Misha, I agree that this is more than a preference for B. She's always had energy to burn and then will need a burst of time alone after flaming out. I'm really thankful to have realized this motivation issue and she and I have been in discussion about how we might manage her needs and mine. I think it's just a steeper learning curve than I anticipated. So thankful to be heading into a three day weekend... :-)WordGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06204055870484888440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057235051586871190.post-6352671246014007492011-09-02T09:26:45.759-05:002011-09-02T09:26:45.759-05:00I have this same dilemna and the older my kids get...I have this same dilemna and the older my kids get the more it surfaces because it really and truly matters to them - more than just a preference, it's how they are made to shine.<br /><br />I have compromised by keeping the mornings unscheduled and booking their afternoons. So I get a slower, quieter start to the day but they know that every day includes something for them to look forward to (for one kid that's a challenge I'm not in charge of - i.e. rigorous dance class, for the other it's seeing people - he's my extrovert!)<br /><br />I don't know if that helps you - but I think you are on to something. I have learned a lot about the difference between personality, learning styles and motivational factors since homeschooling! Even my introvert needs external goals that don't include me. : )Misha https://www.blogger.com/profile/01195857544897293479noreply@blogger.com