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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm not trying to be funny, but if your kids are in school, what do you do all day?  I've been on vacation all of this week, and LOVING it.  Wishing I didn't have to go back.  But, now that it's the end of the week, I'm wondering what would I be doing if this was my way of life?  I feel like I'd run out of money & things to do.

Just curious....[/quote]
I have worked and stayed home. I quit work because of how busy/frazzled/unhappy I was. 
One of my kids is in elementary school and the other is in preschool 9 hours a week. This is what I do with my time:
I go to the gym, grocery shop, read books, go the the library with my kids, take them to ballet and therapy (one of them has mild special needs). I keep the house pretty clean, wash and fold clothes, and sometimes lie down on the couch to watch the Today show.
I cook every meal. I walk the dog, make and keep dr/dentist/vet appointments. I have coffee with other SAHMs. Shuttle kids to playdates, host playdates. Volunteer at the schools and church.
I am happy with my life. I don't feel rushed, overwhelmed or frazzled anymore. Do we have a ton of money? NO, the sacrifice of my salary has been worth the enjoyment of my life. It does seem leisure at times, but you know what? I don't care if any working moms think I am a stereotype, a failure, at risk of losing my independence, a bad role model to my two girls. 
When I run out of "things to do" I don't spend money. I read a book or meet a friend at the playground with my younger DD.
I am happy. If you are happy with your life, then I am happy for you.[/quote]

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