Working and raising a family under the same roof can be one of the most challenging and rewarding opportunities there is for a mother (or father.) There is typically little or no time to switch gears. There are household duties, family errands, and work responsibilities all vying for your undivided time and attention. But these challenges are off-set by the ability to stay home with the children and be present for their firsts, to meet them at the door after school, to be able to direct their education, and to let them know that mom is there for them. These are some of the primary reasons why working from home is so attractive! Along with the added bonus of being able to still contribute monetarily to the household coffers.
During WAHM Week, remember to pamper yourself—at least a little bit! You’ve got a tough job and spend so much time caring for others that it’s easy to be neglectful to you. Remember the saying, ‘If Mom isn’t happy, no one is happy!’ It’s so true! It’s difficult to be happy when you’re run down.
This week, celebrate the wonderful era that we live in, revel in the technology that makes it all possible, and self-nurture, by treating yourself like the queen that you are for keeping it all together. You deserve it!
Jo said,
May 20, 2008 @ 1:55 am
Happy WAHM week. We are very blessed with technology being so advanced thus enabling moms to work from home. I agree with you that it’s a tough but rewarding. Kicking your feet up and having some ‘mommy’ time is essential to recharge your batteries.
Hugs and have a great week.
Rita said,
May 29, 2008 @ 8:51 am
I didn’t know last week was WAHM week! I guess I was able to celebrate though – I went shopping for the first time in MONTHS!