Hebrews 11:8 reminds us of Abraham going by obedience, not knowing what he would face as he journeyed ahead.

When I started homeschooling fourteen years ago, I had no idea what challenges we would face.

You see, over the years, we experienced two miscarriages, my husband had a valve replaced in his heart, and I deal with the effects of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, Raynaud syndrome, and peripheral neuropathy. In addition, my oldest daughter has Turner's syndrome, had her aorta repaired, and has endured four other surgeries during her life so far. Sure, we have worked through some tough times while homeschooling, but we have truly been blessed. Through it all, our reliance on God has grown and our family bonds have strengthened.

Today, I am grateful that God has allowed me to undertake training through all our experiences. It has been a privilege to be refined through homeschooling multiple children, a special needs child, and high school students while dealing with chronic illness, caring for a parent, and working. I am truly grateful to be able to answer the call on my heart to go beyond what I have known to minister to homeschool families. As a homeschool blogger, podcaster, and author, I compassionately share what I have learned to encourage, nurture, and guide the success of others. 

​

I am confident that God has a plan in calling you to homeschool your children. It truly is an honor to walk alongside you in preparing the next generation to use their compassion, God-given gifts, and sharpened skills to serve others in the name of Jesus!

​

I pray that God will bless you and your family through all you experience as you homeschool your children.

​

-Yvonne Strachan