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[quote=Anonymous]My friend has kids about 10 years older than mine. When mine were babies she quit her job. I didn't understand why she would need to be there for her Tweens full time. Now I get it. I have 3 teens who need me more than they did when they babies.

I work part time a few days a week (took a huge pay cut from my ft career) in between their school hours. School ends at 2:40, but they are all on every sports team that is offered. I drive them and their teammates to various activities. They also play competitive sports where they have to be at the field at 6:00. I have healthy home cooked meals ready for them when they come through the door, make cookies and other desserts as treats. Do all the housework, except for their chores, have the grocery shopping and other errands done. We can then do fun things on the weekends. I can be there when their friends come in after school, hear about their days as they come in the door. I feel completely connected to my kids, know their hopes, fears and dreams. I know who their friends are and wouldn't change this life for any amount of money.

The biggest difference I notice after going part time is that I am not stressed, and am enjoying the last few years before they go off to school.[/quote]

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