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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think there needs to be understanding that if the AP has been with the kids for a long time she may need some down time. Expecting her to immediately jump from working AP role to helping out as a family member (help make dinner and help clean up) isn't really fair to her. [/quote]

Agree with this. That's part of the problem with this blurry lined setup of employee/family member. No one should HAVE to eat dinner with their boss, nor should they have to work while not being paid. Yes watching your kids and cleaning your dishes is work for her and that doesn't change at 5 o'clock. I also understand the feeling that you shouldn't have to ask a family member for help or pay them for said help when preparing dinner/cleaning up. An arrangement that is agreeable to all parties can be reached of course but try to see it from your APs perspective. You're asking her to eat dinner with her boss and essentially to take her work home with her at the end of the day. You may say you have to take your work home but I'm sure you don't like it, and I'm sure your salary reflects the expectation. [/quote]

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