“Shortly after our first was born we realized we had a problem. We both commuted via train close to two hours each way. How could we get to our son if something happened in daycare? We realized we both couldn’t work that far away. With how demanding my job was, we made the decision for me to become a stay-at-home mom. Initially my husband balked at the idea. He felt the pressure and responsibility of being the sole breadwinner. But you know what, he totally owns that role now. Seemingly effortlessly, he stepped up; took on more of a leadership role at work, took on overtime, took on side work. All while being a fantastic husband and father. This was the decision that was best for our family and required us to cut down significantly on expenses and spend more time rather than money on things we need and want. Sometimes he and I look at each other in amazement about what a great life we have together and as a family. Largely because he faced his fears, then squashed them. Not only is he a role model on how to juggle pressure and responsibility, but also how to look fear in the eye and laugh.” – Kerri
I love this one. So true. I gave up a high- pressure job after a bad car accident and stayed home 18 months. When I did go back I decided to only work part time while our kids are in elementary school. When they’re teenagers and hate us, we can go back to working 12 hour days and doing the corporate grind. For now, they want to be with us and I want to enjoy that while I can.
Right? While they want to be with us, I totally want to be with them too. When we pass restaurants we want to go to, but can’t afford dinner and a babysitter, I remind my husband, some day they won’t want us. Our time will come.