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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I worked for a long time until my youngest was 10 (3 kids). It was always crazy and reconciling the schedule was always a huge part of my "off-time"  I always told myself it was worth it because I didn't think I was great with them when they were younger (lack of patience, expected too much, etc...).

When the lock downs came, I was able to work from home but started to realize that I really didn't enjoy my job. The kids needed more support with distance learning and they were involved in several activities that started meeting earlier in the evening or late afternoon since everyone was WAH.

I found that I loved spending time with my kids once they were older.  They still needed me, perhaps even more, as their social lives and academic challenges/college applications became more sophisticated and harder to navigate on their own.

So, I quit my job. We have a lot less money but it is working out.  This is my second summer at home and having the flexibility to do day trips, registering them in half-day camps and activities,and supervising college essay writing has been great. Do I miss the extra money?  Sure, who wouldn't?  But I do not miss the anxiety and stress of my job.  That said, I realize that I'm lucky that my DH is very supportive and sees that having me home is a positive all around for our family.

I will never regret spending this time with my kids.  [/quote]

So… you are a SAHM, as you do not work outside the home. And you never answered the question. [/quote]

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