Loving HOD-at the end of this pregnancy

[John'smom]

So I am 38 weeks today and we are in our 4th year of HOD and have NEVER before needed to use half-speed. I've read about it a lot, but never implemented it until now. I think it is natural as a momma is further along in her pregnancy that her focus has a shift. Yes, my kids still need schooling, but I also need more rest now and to get ready for this sweet new babe who is about to join us. As a result last week we went half-speed. We are doing school 5x's/week still, as our fifth day is Math and Spelling, my dc's weaker subjects. The other 4 days we do one side of the guide with Math everyday. I can't tell you how much pressure this has relieved from me and there is NO guilt since we are still moving forward and I don't feel like any of their skills are going to get rusty. So thankful HOD and that it is so practical for everyday life.

[Nealewill]

So glad things are going well for you at half speed. And hopefully everything at home is getting ready so that you are ready when you have the baby!

Daneale

[my3sons]

...I can't tell you how much pressure this has relieved from me and there is NO guilt since we are still moving forward and I don't feel like any of their skills are going to get rusty. So thankful HOD and that it is so practical for everyday life.

You really said it well - NO guilt and MOVING FORWARD! This past year has taught me perfection is truly something I cannot attain. However, moving forward, steadily and to the best of my ability - that IS something I can do and enjoy as well. I am praying for you as you round out the final stage of your pregnancy. May God bless you with a beautiful little bundle of joy in His good timing - hopefully soon!

In Christ,
Julie

[3sweeties]

I, too, have had success doing the guides half-speed when needed. So glad it is working for your family and praying for a healthy end-of-pregnancy, birth, and baby for you!!!

[jenn in nc]

Agree completely! I am 40 weeks as of yesterday and still waiting for our little one to arrive. We went half speed a week ago with the younger kids who are not very independent yet and it is going well. I feel good that they are still progressing but we are also able to get things done to prepare for the baby. I just told my husband the other day, I have never been more satisfied with a curriculum. We love HOD and feel that it fits our family so well.

[my3sons]

Agree completely! I am 40 weeks as of yesterday and still waiting for our little one to arrive. We went half speed a week ago with the younger kids who are not very independent yet and it is going well. I feel good that they are still progressing but we are also able to get things done to prepare for the baby. I just told my husband the other day, I have never been more satisfied with a curriculum. We love HOD and feel that it fits our family so well.

This is great to hear! I have now prayed for you too jenn in nc! May your little blessing arrive soon in excellent health!

In Christ,
Julie

[jenn in nc]

Thank you Julie! That means so much. We're very excited to meet our new little one.