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[quote=Anonymous]Yes, my career has affected my kids.

I work in international development, and travel to developing countries.

My kids are aware that the world is interconnected, and that we are fortunate to live where we do. They have learned that rule of law and a strong legal and regulatory environment in this country give us advantages that other countries don't have. And that our country wants to help other countries develop and improve. (Despite it taking place under the auspices of cementing American influence, opening up markets to the US for trade, etc etc etc.)

My older one in particular is fascinated with pollution and often looks up air quality in cities I'm going to, commenting on how bad it is. I tell her that me and my colleagues are working to try to change that and other things, so that all little kids and their moms can grow up healthy and well and have a future.

I am gone for 7 to 14 days at a time several times a year. It sucks, but it makes them resilient. I love seeing them be able to go on with business as usual despite mom being away. They learn about saying goodbye with grace and very happy reunions.

They love looking at maps and asking me about the places I go to, I have taken them on a trip or two to expand their horizons and plan to do so more when they are older.

I hope that this helps them have a broader view of the world as they grow up, and helps them be good global citizens who respect other cultures, ideals, and approaches as they navigate this crazy world.

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