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When I say I don't worry about socialization for m

When I say I don't worry about socialization for my kids who don't go to school, I don't mean that I think it's unimportant. I mean I am confident in my ability to provide for their social needs outside of school. School is not the only or best place community and friends are found!

So no, I'm not worried, we've got it covered. But yes I am intentionally having to put effort into creating what we need! It doesn't just happen. And it is absolutely crucial, not only for their social development but for their happiness too. If I hadn't found friends, and community, and lots of ways they can be involved with other kids, I absolutely think they would end up choosing school. Because this is one of their biggest needs, especially as they get older. They adore their friends so much!

That means twice a week we're showing up to meet with friends all day, it means I'm back and forth to dancing multiple times every afternoon, it means I'm organising things with school friends on the holidays, it means a lot of weekends are spent at dance comps (they are 50/50 there for the friends and dancing lol), it means I'm often seeking out others who might want to join our community and stepping out of my comfort zone, it means putting time aside to organise homeschool events and prepare in advance. Even when I'm tired, or unmotivated, or just don't feel like it today.

I say all this because I think sometimes when we say socialization for homeschoolers is no issue at all, people might take that to mean it's easy and just happens. And then feel disappointed at the lack of community they can find when it doesn't come easily. Reality is, it's not always easy, and it's something we have to continually work at and build on. It takes time and effort. But it IS worth it. So much. You can create communities that perfectly suit your needs, that your children thrive in! Go for it! 💗

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