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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]In fairness, since you've never been home all day with three kids you have no idea what you are talking about.
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Actually the two years when DH's job took us overseas (to a not at all glamorous post in the Sahel region in Africa) I was home with our young kids (6 mo, and 3y/o twins) and those were the easiest years of my life. My SAHM friends always talked about how hard it is to be home, but after experiencing it for myself I can say with certitude that taking care of the kids and home stuff on top of a demanding career is harder. [/quote]

And he was traveling half the month? You didn't have domestic staff~ in Africa? Huh.

I completely agree with you though that working full time would be harder. I would miss my kids so much. I know that the bulk of the childcare would still fall on me as he travels so much. So, since I have the luxury of financial independence, I do what is easier and better for the entire family. Thats great that being on your own as a SAHM wasn't hard in any way for you, I'm surprised you chose to make such a hard life for yourself by working when you have three children. Maybe you don't have a choice. I'm sorry you find it so challenging. [/quote]

Yes, my husband traveled extensively and we did not have household help. The logistics of a full time career and raising a family are much harder. Staying at home felt like a two year vacation. However, the difference I am able to make in the lives of so many as a human rights lawyer is incredibly fulfilling and has saved countless lives. I'm glad you feel fulfilled by being a SAHM but my sense of moral responsibility to work for justice do the poor, disenfranchised, persecuted, etc. extends further than that.[/quote]

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