The choice to homeschool certainly comes with challenges.  Here in Oklahoma, it is end of the school year time with numerous programs and ceremonies.  So even simple things down to scheduling, we are on a different planet. We won't be finishing some grade related work until at least September.  Just being different than the status quo can be uncomfortable.  However, the video below is a good example of what is good and valuable about being 'different' in some ways.  It was a beautiful morning and everyone just wanted to be outside so we learned in the morning sun!