I love homeschooling and I want parents to enjoy homeschooling! “Enjoy homeschooling.” Is that an oxymoron? Can you actually enjoy being with your kids 24/7 and not lose your mind? I believe with God’s help, you and I can. Okay, 24/7 is an exaggeration. I get my breaks, too. 
My experience with homeschooling is somewhat 360 degrees in nature. Once-upon-a-time I was homeschooled by my parents (back in the 80s). In my mid-twenties, I ran a homeschool program that was accredited with the Philippine Department of Education (NCR). And at present, my husband, Edric, and I are homeschooling our children, Elijah (8), Edan (5), Titus (3), and Tiana (16 months).
Although it is not always easy, it is certainly worthwhile. What I value most about this commitment is being with my kids, having quality time together every day, and knowing that they are learning what is really important.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of dialoguing with other parents about their own experiences as homeschoolers. I also get asked all kinds of questions about homeschooling by parents who are interested in the idea of it. One thing I’ve come to realize is that few people feel they can successfully teach their children. But at the same time, they like the ideals and benefits of homeschooling – the quality time together, the ability to choose the curriculum, the positive socialization, the “savings”, and the values they can pass on. There is also growing interest in homeschooling because many parents feel that traditional schools are getting too large, too “one-size-fits-all”, and too dangerous (morally speaking) for their kids. Homeschooling may very well become the next revolution in education for the Philippines. And, while there are many sites about homeschooling in the U.S., I do feel that we need more how-to’s and information about homeschooling in the local context.
My purpose (by God’s grace) is to make this site a source of encouragement and practical help for parents who are considering homeschooling or are homeschooling. In other words…how to teach with joy (double meaning intended). While I have seen homeschooling from many angles, this site will probably be more helpful to parents with young children. This is the lifestage I am in now, but I also believe this is the best time to start homeschooling. I’m sure the site will evolve as my kids mature. I will reference the Bible when necessary because I am a believer in Jesus Christ and I believe that good homeschooling is a by-product of biblical parenting. And, I will refer to stories of other families, my own day to day adventures, and the experiences my siblings and I had when we were homeschooled.
I hope this site can come to mean something to you. Learn from my failures and triumphs and get ideas on how you can enjoy homeschooling your kids. If you aren’t into homeschooling, then see how you can be intentional about the activities and experiences you have with your child. Enjoy!
Hi,
We saw your coverage of Doodle.ly last year, and thought you and your readers would be interested to hear that we’ve just released Doodle.ly for iPad!
Please let me know if you have any questions. The app can be found here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/doodle.ly/id499952506?mt=8
We’re also hosting a contest – anyone who tweets a doodle with the hashtag #SMWdoodle will be entered for the chance to win an iPad!
Cheers,
Jen
Wonderful that you homeschool your kids. Especially when they are young. I have 3 and I spent 10 years total homeschooling. Now that they are gone we have such a great relationship. So thankful. It was hard but well worth it.
Blessings,
Liz Hagler
Thanks Liz! I just read your comment. Homeschooling has been wonderful for our family but like you said, it is not easy. We take it one day at a time.
God is faithful!
Hello Joy,
Your website will serve as my reference for homeschooling my baby. She is just one year old but I guess we could start anytime with learning some words and numbers. Hope to meet you one day. Thank you so much for sharing!
Cheers,
Patricia
Hi Patricia! Homeschooling is a lifestyle of learning. So you can start with babies, too! Enjoy
Thank God I chanced upon your blog. I really want to homeschool my son this school year. But because of fear, I backed out and enrolled him in a regular school this morning. I am really praying for God’s guidance on this matter so I don’t want to rush things.
Please check my post:
http://www.iamsupermom.com/when-god-says-wait/
I need emotional support. Hehe.
Hi Honney! Read your post and commented
. Great blog! May God guide you accordingly and give you peace when it is the right time to start homeschooling. 
Hello Joy,
Thanks for the advice.
Will I see you at the Philippine Homeschool Conference this May? I look forward to meeting homeschooling, blogger moms at the conference.
A friend of mine referred me to your site. And it is just refreshing to find another believer who is into homeschooling. When my daughter was born, my husband and I have been considering homeschooling our child. But I have to admit that at age 3, I am doubting my capacities as her mom-teacher. Additionally, I have nothing but discouraging comments from people in our locality. Honestly, I am getting confused though my husband just keep encouraging me. We just don’t have somewhere we can hook up here in Bacolod for meet-ups and such. And the materials that we need, too. I will browse around your site for more information.
Hi Sigrid! I really feel that it gets easier as you teach your child. The beginning feels overwhelming but as you get to know their personality, bents, strengths and weaknesses, you become the best teacher for them. As for a support group, it doesn’t have to be with just homeschool moms. You can invite young families to hang out once a week and that can be your support group. They may end up homeschooling, too! We use the support group as socialization opportunities for our kids and hang out time for moms.
If you have any questions about homeschooling, let me know. Hope to be able to encourage and help you out.