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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Not all men are abusive and drug addicts.  I was raised where women work and my mom for your logic was horrified that I stayed home.  It was unheard of in our family.  I have a masters degree but if I go back now - 5 years out, my income will be small and I'd basically have to start all over so its not worth it to me.  Plus, our children have some very mild special needs that still require therapy and support.  It works for our family and my husband is very supportive.  We've talked about me going back but I also have some health issues.  I am ok with knowing my husband will take care of me as it is his second marriage and despite how he was treated by his ex, he was always supportive of her and the kids.  If I look at his patterns of behaviors, he'll still be there for me and our kids. but in your case, if he had a pattern, no way I would have stopped working.

I don't have daughters but if I did, I would insist they get their education and work at least 5 years and then make the choice for themselves.  I see the benefits for our family of me being home, but having both my parents working was no big deal either so I think its more important for the mom to be happy and ok with her decision as long as they can afford it.[/quote]

Not all divorces occur because of abuse or addiction. Quite a few end because of special needs kids. Or because wives have health issues and can't contribute financially to the family.

What a shame you can't make any money with your Master's Degree. What a waste of tuition. What do you plan on doing with yourself once your kids are in school full-time?

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