Chad Jones: the Bad

I sit on the porch swing, my back, as curved as a boomerang. I can watch the road and everything that past my home if you can even call it a home.

The cold November wind flies past me, cutting my cheeks with its claws of ice, and so I quickly zip up my hoodie. I hate wearing my hoodie, I hate having to leave my room because Mom and her boyfriend are arguing on the phone.

I hate life.

My phone buzzes, which I take out and unlock the screen. It’s Becca.

From some of my experiences I have learned many things. One of these things is that lifes what you make it. The other thing I've learned is that nobody's perfect. I don't know about you, but I learn from my mistakes. With becoming a teen soon, I have a lot of stress, but one thing I know is that GOD will be with me ALL the way. Just don't let anyone tell you, you aren't strong enough, make some noise.

Hi,
I'm an editor and a columnist with Home Education Magazine. I'm also a homeschooling parent, one of my offspring is Claire who was one of the early writers for ApricotPie.

I am completing an upcoming book about interest-led learning, especially homeschooling beyond home. I need input from homeschoolers willing to share their insights and stories. I have a number of questions I'd like to ask to generate responses for inclusion in the book. Or please send your answers to my private email at stlaura at lcnoh dot com