Patriot Moms

One of the things I have noticed about my older kids is that they still actively play. In a world of “cool”, they allow themselves the freedom of imaginative play. Often, they will be acting out the books they have read or something out of the history lessons. On a typical afternoon there might be Greek heroes, Pharaoh’s army, or Heidi running around in my back yard. Any number of Providence friends could be part of the group.

While attending some recent PCCA functions, I have really enjoyed watching the Junior High and High School kids interact. They run as a pack and there is a camaraderie that the whole group enjoys. This is a group of widely different personalities, but all seem to be accepted. I can see them thriving in this environment, both academically and socially. As I look over the crowd, I see a variety of kids that have joined Providence over the years. Many have joined in the middle of a school year. I have enjoyed watching some of these kids blossom and become absorbed into the group. My children feel pretty comfortable in their own skin, and I believe that the culture at PCCA has fostered this confidence.

Another benefit of attending PCCA has been the fellowship we have with like-minded families. My kids are often pushing for the next privilege such as a cell phone, or perhaps to watch a movie that we were not ready for them to see. I just wait until they use the “everyone else is doing it line”, then I can list off the names of those who are in the same boat, and also NOT allowed a certain privilege. This has been a great arsenal for me. This also lessens the pressure that the kids feel, and helps quell some of their desire. This group of parents is proactive in encouraging godly character traits in their own children, which encourages mine.

Providence has been a great partner in helping us achieve the goal of retaining innocence in our children. I am very thankful that we have been able to walk this path together.