Happy SAHM

• by Judi on Jul 10, 2006

I’m a happy stay at home mom.

But just because I’m a “stay at home” doesn’t mean I don’t work, or really, “stay” at home. Rarely do I have a day where I manage to not touch the car keys (i.e. get in the car for errands, activites, etc).

I run the oldest to work every day, we go to parks, run errands, meet with friends, grocery shop, run to the bank, always watching for educational interests, dishes, laundry, vacuum, dust, pick up toys (constantly), manage the finances, administer first aid to owies, cook (or clean up after someone else cooks - my 13 yo is headed for great-chef-ness)… This week, I’m also administering tests to both my oldest girls for school. I should really sit down one day and compile a list of things I do.. I even scrub toilets and wash windows. Goodness, how many jobs are there in the SAHM field? Is there already a list out there?

I’ve never been criticized by family or friends for any choices I’ve made over the years. I haven’t always made the best choices either. Live and learn. I love being at home with the kids, homeschooling, and finding ways (often little, sadly) to add to the finances.

This morning, I read SAHM vs. Career Woman, by Truly Marsha. I like what she has to say about employing housewives… right on!

I also liked what one of the commenters, Rhonda, had to say… basically, be proud of what you choose to do and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

I couldn’t agree more!

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