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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Thanks all. We both work in law. DH is working on many more complicated deals now which is why the hours are so bad.

I am at a different firm that is also pretty demanding. Neither of us really has the ability to but back our hours and while I could take somewhat of a step back with less pay,
I can’t find any firms that actually have that option. No one wants a lawyer who is only willing to work 40 hours per week. I have interviewed for in house jobs too in the past but nothing has been the right fit.

I really don’t want to outsource more related to my kids because I want to be with them, which is my top priority in the mornings and after work until they go to bed.

[b]We need a good income because we have one in private elementary, eventually two, a nice house, nice cars, etc.[/b] we could certainly be a bit more frugal with cars and things, but not education.

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Ask your children what THEY need. Do they want private school, nice house, nice cars, or do they want to know their parents? You sound materialistic and shallow. I hope your nanny shows the kids love and attention. [/quote]

I think this is unfair. I'm sure OP loves her kids and shows them that. Having to work long hours doesn't make you a bad parent. Let's not mom shame here. [/quote]
For the record, I'm dad shaming too. 2 parents who see their kid for 30 minutes a day are, in fact, bad parents. [/quote]

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