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[quote=Anonymous][quote=jsmith123]OP I don't think what you're saying is abnormal at all.  I read some well-regarded parenting book (I forgot which one though) that basically says no parent should be at home for most of the day with small children.

Over time I have discovered that what works for me is the following:

1) Outside whenever possible.  A walk to a neighborhood book house.  Geo caching.  A playground.  A hike.  Whatever.  Anything outdoors is better than indoors.
2) When we are stuck indoors, I do stuff around the house, and the kids either start entertaining themselves, or they help me.  Things like laundry, cooking, etc.  If they say they're bored, I can say "Oh great! Come help with dinner" and then either come help, or find something else to do :)

Example: Last weekend when it was raining, I reorganized a closet and the kids were super entertained by the random crap I found in the closet, while I got my project done.[/quote]

+1  Did I write this?  No, I know I didn't, because I still haven't organized my closet!  But, ditto on the rest.[/quote]

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