Lately it seems as though I have been bombarded with people asking me if I miss going to work everyday. I know they mean my old job in the formal sense of getting up and having a "normal" routine. But, when they say it like that it sounds like I don't "work" now. It sounds like I'm retired or something, sitting on a white sand beach having drinks with little pink umbrellas while I even out my tan. I don't know if it's something in the water or just a coincidence. Whatever the case, it's getting a little annoying. Okay, a lot annoying. So...
Yes, I am a stay at home mom.
Yes, I gave up a pretty good job two years ago to stay home and take care of my kids.
Yes, I am a college graduate and even graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Yes, I have other interests besides my kids and Play Doh.
Yes, I have other aspirations in life, and even if I didn't, so what?
Yes, I sometimes miss the daily interaction with adults and people over three feet tall who don't want to talk about Dora's latest quest or Doc McStuffin's diagnosis.
Yes, I am telling you the truth when I tell you I actually enjoy staying home (most of the time) and raising my children.
These are the reasons why:
I get to do so many more activities with my kids than I would if I was working out of the home.
I have more time to read to them and practice things like writing and numbers since I am home more. So, when they accomplish something like writing a little "f" that we've been practicing forever, I'm pretty f'n proud and happy.
When they are sick, I can be there without having to worry about who's going to stay home to take care of them.
I get to enjoy them. Period.
Don't get me wrong, I know working moms enjoy their kids too. I also know the challenges of being a working mom too. I did it for two years. So, I don't want anyone to think for one minute that I think they have it easy. Now, that I've said that, let me say this too.
If you think I don't "work" anymore, let me tell you I have a 24 hour job where I'm always on call. I get no personal, sick, or vacation time and holidays mean I only work harder. Does it suck? Some days, yes. But, I'm sure your 9-5 job sucks some days too.
But, underneath that pile of dirty dishes and bag of poopy diapers, there is a feeling of being blessed to have the opportunity to be a SAHM. There is also a feeling of pride because I know so many other moms who tell me they could never stay home with their kids 24/7. Perhaps it does take a special kind of person. I just think it takes a special kind of person to be a mother whether you stay at home or work. Period.
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