I couldn't be prouder of my unschooled children. They have grown up to do wonderful things. The key for us was a fabulous support group of homeschoolers. We found an active group that was diverse in its makeup. If you find yourself in the Southeast, I'll be happy to help!
RE: Crowdsourcing Clarity, Ep. 05: Where are the best places in the US to Unschool? (SBD tip for most helpful answers!)