Thanks, OrdinaryMom. (I am a wee bit proud of my kids.) And congrats to you and your sisters (and your mother, of course) for a job well done!
You are absolutely right, not everyone can successfully homeschool - not necessarily because they aren't qualified, but because there are so many factors that influence the experience and ultimate outcome. The whole idea is for it to be a better, more positive experience than public/private schooling. If it doesn't meet those expectations, then obviously more traditional schooling fits the bill. For us, homeschooling was an amazingly enriching experience. And not only has it allowed my girls to branch out and be creative, but it has made them very independent and responsible people.
(Sorry LucysPocket, I guess we've kinda hijacked this thread . . .)
On the matter of the article in question: it is irresponsible to suggest that taking the necessary time to re-evaluate the CPSIA, and suggest intelligent improvements, is child endangerment. Cobb-Hunter is sensationalizing. As a woman, educator, and socially responsible citizen, I believe the CPSIA - as written - will harm more children (directly and indirectly) that it will ever save.
