December
2006
Exciting News
By Vasthi Acosta
She worked hard at her studies. She crammed for the SAT’s. She loves and memorized God’s Word. She served her church and community. She filled her life with friends, family, music and books.
And then, she put all of that into her college application. Her personal essay focused on the benefits and gains she experienced from having been homeschooled. I wonder how many essays had a similar focus. I’d guess at least one or two more.
Her dream school was her father’s alma mater, and last Thursday she got her email.
Not a letter or a thick envelope. Just an email that started with the word — Congratulations!
And the celebration ensued. Chocolate was consumed. Toasts of sparkling cider rendered. Prayers of thanksgiving offered.
My daughter, Zila, will be attending the ivy league college, Columbia in the fall.
Now, I just have to find a way to pay for tuition. But He who has been faithful to open this door, will be faithful to see her through.
My daughter received an early Christmas gift and it was a doozy. Celebrate with me.
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Written By: Vasthi Acosta
Posted under: On Being a Parent, Stay At Home Parents . 
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That’s great news, Vasthi! Congratulations to you and Zila!
Thanks! I’m SOOOo EXCITED!!!! Love u mom!
Congratulations Vasthi & Zila!!! I hope you have a great time while getting ready for the big step, college!
Since I teach home schooled kids in junior high and high school, would Zila (how do you pronounced that?) consider emailing me her essay for college? I teach an essay class to the high school students and we are going to practice a couple of entrance essays. Plus, I’d love to read her take on her years of home schooling.
Hi Vasthi and Zila,
Congratulations! This is wonderful news. The Lord is opening an exciting door for you. This will be a big transition time for your family and another opportuinity to see God’s faithfulness as He provides all that’s needed for everyone. With five kids just a bit ahead of yours…I know how the heartstrings tug at the thought of sending them off. You are in my prayers. Carrie
That’s my niece!
Zila, you are an Acosta through and through! You are a joy to have as a niece and i want to be just like you when i grow up.
Tia Mecho, age 48
What a blessing! Felicidades!
Carmen
Congratulations!! I have been away from the computer so had not seen this post - what a blessing for you all. Zila, go forth and conquer - be a blessing to each you meet - be His daughter wherever you go.
barbara
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Vasthi, that’s wonderful news!!
I’m excited for all of you… 
Bendito sea Dios!
What an awesome time for our family!!
God is ever so faithful.