Momma always said “hate” is a strong word… but honestly, there are a few things about homeschooling that I absolutely hate. No particular order—just pure, unfiltered truth.
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Having to actually do school. Yes, I know that’s the whole point, but I’d much rather spend fall in museums, winter watching Hallmark movies, spring in the garden, and summer in the ocean.
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The two speeds of homeschooling: Supersonic and Sloth Mode. I’m either refusing to grade 14 language arts assignments in one day or whispering into my hands, “How are we still on problem five?”
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The dog alerts. Every lesson derailed because someone must investigate what the dog is barking at in the yard.
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The worksheets that stump both of us. Nothing like staring at a 12‑year‑old’s math page and realizing the answer key is just as confused as we are.
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Being asked if I’m “qualified” to teach my own children. Deep breaths. Deep, deep breaths.
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The dreaded question: “Are you going to homeschool them the whole time?” Cue the eye roll.
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The prom panic. As if prom is the pinnacle of childhood and the only reason school exists.
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The “S” word. Socialization. Are we even real homeschoolers if we’re not asked about it four times a week?
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Meals. Enough said.
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Watching others miss out. This one I truly hate—seeing families miss the milestones, memories, and closeness that homeschooling brings.