Comments on: Finding joy in chores

By: Christy

Christy — Thu, 20 May 2010 14:11:49 +0000

I think moms that feel that way are typically ones that have always been at home with their kids. . . .I think having the perspective of being away from your kids and then being home with them (or vice versa as in our case) causes you to see things differently. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts. . .love reading your blog!

By: Alyssa

Alyssa — Thu, 20 May 2010 13:55:55 +0000

Christy- I’m so glad you commented. This post is definitely not directed at moms that have no other choice but to work outside of the home and provide for their families. That is the hardest thing I’ve ever done. What I don’t understand are the feelings of inadequacy I hear from stay-at-home moms, that their job isn’t important because they are “just at home.” Sure, staying at home with my kiddos can feel like I’ve signed on for professional dishwasher/laundry folder, but I think that, as you and I know, the time we do get at home is precious.

By: Christy

Christy — Wed, 19 May 2010 16:14:38 +0000

I have read this post about 8 times. . . because the first 7 I was hit with guilt for being a working mom and the choices we have made for our family. . . but I know you Alyssa and I know your heart would never mean to induce guilt. . . so I kept reading it and it finally hit me on read #8. . . . you are in a unique situation given your past career or service/deployment and the time you have spent away from your beautiful boys. I know at some point I hope to be able to only work part time, but for now and for our situation it requires that I work full-time. But I think no matter if you work outside the home or at home, you still deal with some of the monotony of chores and daily life. . . so thank you for reminding me to be thankful for the everyday, nonstop, neverending work, chores and home life that I have.