My parents lived in a treehouse when I was born, and we moved into a tiny home before tiny homes were cool. We weren’t just a little poor; we were the kind of poor where we hitchhiked on I-10 so I could go to school. Despite the North Florida heat and humidity, we didn’t have AC. When our water was shut off, we carried buckets from the creek. A “good week” meant we had mayo for the canned tuna. Custody battles and alcoholism were constants in my life for years. I struggled in school, solid c/d student who fell between the cracks.
So why does this matter to you? Because I know what it’s like to feel unqualified to homeschool. But here’s what I believe now: if you feel called to homeschool, God has already qualified you. If He’s entrusted you with your children, He’s also equipped you to guide them. So step forward with confidence, knowing He has already prepared the way.
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I'm Charlotte Fristoe
Brother Passed Away
Attended 3 different schools
Surrounded by alcoholism
loved to read
Spent all my time outdoors
working multiple jobs
moved out at 17
pregnant my senior year
Graduated high school
Started my first business cleaning houses
1982-1992
1992-1997
started working with metlife as a secretary
earned my insurance and securities licenses
husband laid off from his job of 12 years
fell in love with photography
Our third son was born (2010)
1998-2002
2003-2006
Attended 4 different schools
dreamed of being an artist or writer
Very unhappy in school
a friend invited me to church
Waitressed at Village Inn
Worked for family construction business
2007-2010
Started my photography business
First Kindle- read Finding odessa
took my first online course
my husband started his business
quit my 9-5 with metlife
built a full-time wedding photography business
photographed 35-45 weddings a year
Work. All. The. Time.
Silent Battle to find my purpose
overcame severe anxiety attacks
First section hike on the appalachian trail (4/23/18)
craved more family time
Began our health journey
Started taking friends section hiking on the AT
survived a ruptured brain aneurysm and stroke (4/23/16)
2011-2012
2012-2015
2016
2017-2020
started homeschooling 2 of our sons
Overcame a lot of challenges
oldest son returned to public school
celebrated a decade in business
Camping Crew found a new church
Confident in our homeschool rhythm
2020-2022
Photographed my first international wedding
2022-2023
creating lesson plans
photographed 17 weddings
launched homeroom to homeschool
2024-2025
First 9 to 5 job
Met my husband, Eddie
married Eddie within 8 months!
Our second son was born (2006)
A Look Back On a perfectly imperfect life
Goal: To help 100 families make the decision to homeschool
Completed 3 more sections of the AT
Started helping others start homeschooling
co-founded a homeschool community
Registered my new business: homeroom to homeschool
When you have doubts, and you will, remember that God doesn’t make mistakes and He qualified you before you were born.
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I’m obsessed with backpacking because it is a beautiful reminder of how we don't need a lot of material things to be happy and thrive. The challenge of pushing my body on the trails reminds me that I can handle tough situations. And being surrounded by nature? It’s like a reset button, helping me refocus on what truly matters!
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I was 17 years old when I found out I was going to be a mom. Five years later, I met my husband, Eddie, at my best friend's birthday party. I almost fell in a bonfire, he caught me, and the rest is history. Today we have have three wildly different and amazing young men. Even though you may never meet my family, trust that they know who you are & we are all grateful for your support!
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If you spend more than 5 minutes with me there is a pretty good chance I'll reference a podcast. I spend so much time in the car and there is nothing better than getting lost in a great conversation or learning something new while going about my day. Whether it’s business tips, faith, true crime, or just a good story, podcasts keep me inspired and always learning. Plus, it's a great way to randomly connect with new people and new ideas.
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Ever tried a cold plunge followed by a sauna? Let me tell you, it's life-changing! First, I set the sauna for as hot as it will go and relax for 10 minutes or so. Then, I submerge myself in shockingly cold water, and bam! Instant reset! It's like a reset button for my mind and body – I’m happier, it improves circulation (along with lots of other health benefits), and proves I can do hard things. Trust me, once you try it, you'll be hooked!
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The lessons I've learned from homeschooling aren't some big secret.
But let's be real – with so much info out there, it's easy to get stuck in analysis paralysis, especially when your family's situation is unique.
That's where Homeroom to Homeschool comes in to play. It's like having all the good stuff in one place, with a roadmap to help you confidently figure things out. Trust me, it's a game-changer!
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