As a beginning homeschooler, I scoured the internet looking for helpful hints and tips on what to expect. I’d rather avoid conflict from the outset than find myself trying to fix it.
For some women, handing their husband a book about being a homeschool Dad might be akin to him handing you a diet book… well intentioned, but not well received. The “Help! I’m Married to a Homeschool Mom” book may be the exception, since it’s written by a Dad. LOL.
Seriously, though, I love this list, from TheHomeSchoolMom.com, and shared it with Hubs.
I am blessed in that my husband already does everything on the list…
He does communicate with me
He does listen
He does help me “get away”
He does wear the “responsible” hat
He does budget for curricula
He does encourage us
He does care about homeschooling, and shows it
He does prioritize time for the two of us
And, He does so much more.
He even puts up with my complaints (already), and makes sure I have a functioning printer and what not, so I can print worksheets for the kids.
He makes helpful suggestions, and even withholds suggestions when I tell him all I want is for him to listen.
The list serves as a visible reminder, for both of us, when things get rocky.
It helps that I do my best to nurture our marriage, and be a great wife in the midst of homeschooling.
The Busy Homeschool Mom’s Guide to Romance: Nurturing your marriage through the homeschool years
How to Be a Great Wife . . . Even Though You Homeschool
