When I stop to think about all the roles I carry out in my daily life (wife, mom, homeschooler, christian, aspiring author, language teacher, etc), I realize that feeling a sense of community and belonging has a silent yet major impact on the way our everyday lives play out. I enjoy homeschooling because it gives us freedom, flexibility, and the gift of time together—but it also means I have to be intentional about building meaningful connections outside our home, especially for our only child. Community isn’t just a “nice to have” for us—it’s essential. It celebrates with us when a new and exciting adventure is on the horizon and builds us up when life becomes challenging. It enriches our lives in the area of faith, learning and overall well-being. I don't know about you, but when I say essential, for me it means that having and truly belonging to a community has to be a top priority when considering educational options and social engagement for my family. Here are three...