Friday, June 24, 2011

It's been awhile

I realize it's been awhile since I posted. Here's what's currently going within the family.
We have been struggling quite a bit. Daddy and Mommy Penguin are in Master's degree programs at a local college. Honestly, we are doing that because we are making sure that no matter the situation we are able to support our family, even the extended family. It's stressful but worth the struggle in the long run.

The kids were with a particular distance education schooling but we have removed them from that school due to a lack of accreditation which was why we were there. We are praying, fasting and hopefully going to the temple soon - so that we can make a decision on the upcoming year with our Heavenly Father. We want to stay with an accreditated school that follows the LDS thought process and spiritual training. What's a mom to do? UGH!

I, particularly, am struggling with the idea that my kids are growing up and need more attention. There's only so many ways a parent can go these days. Daddy Penguin parents both have had serious heart related issues in the last few months. And as I write, my father is in the hospital again with pneumonia. My mom isn't doing well either. My sister lost her home and now lives my parents, though that's another stress because she refuses the comforts of the gospel. Even demanding that a blessing for her was only intended to hurt her, like we would hurt her in anyway.

I just don't understand how I am suppose to be multiple people. I want to try for that part-time position at a LDS distance based school, but really can I do that with school for myself, homeschooling three beautifully unique children and caring for the family (ALL of the family). note: 74% of the time I acquire a 4th children for one reason or another.

Suggestions, comments?