The Dixie Henhouse Homestead

By day, I work with at-risk juvenile court involved youth. By night, my family and I have a small mini farm in the foothills of North Carolina. By no means do I profess to be a pro. I am just a working mom who is learning as I go. Our farm is home to three cats, a big lug of a fluffy white livestock guardian dog, a flock of chickens, pigs, and Nigerian Dwarf dairy goats. I am an avid reader, Walking Dead addict, secret reality show junkie, and crime show buff. Come follow my adventures.

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Our Two Priorities

Working with at-risk youth for 17 years has taught me one thing.....in the blink of an eye, ALL children.....regardless of race, religion, upbringing, etc could be deemed "at-risk". I have seen it all.
As a parent, I strive every day to show my own two kids the right path. I can only pray that they make the right choice. I'm realistic. They will screw up. They will make mistakes. But I will hold them accountable. I will not make excuses for them. I will do that, because it's my job. It's not my job to be their friend.