The literature regarding working parents is rife with references to tailoring one’s job using terms such as “flexible scheduling”, and, “work from home”, in order achieve the elusive work-life balance.
While I recognize that these types of arrangements cab be ideal for meeting the needs of employed parents, I can’t help but wonder if they are […]
With the school year coming to an end, everyone in my house has had their thoughts turn toward summer, sun, and, vacation.
Though we try to keep everyone on track, because school isn’t actually out, yet, it’s hard to stay focused.
My husband is a teacher, and, I’d rank his focus right up there with the kids’, […]
The end of the school year is upon us, and, it’s time to show a token of your appreciation to your child’s teacher. While teachers don’t expect gifts, if you do choose to give one, it’s certainly appreciated, and, it’s important to choose carefully.
By now, you are probably aware that teachers have more than […]
The CBS story, “Does it Pay for Mom to Work?” offers some good information to consider when evaluating if both parents should work, but, I really hate the title.
It was almost enough to make me skip over the entire article.
If the point of the article is:
No matter what, while the decision for one member […]
Every working parent, at one time or another, has experienced the futility of a planned day off from work.
We’ve grown to accept the fact that time away from work nearly always involves a sick kid, a field trip, a school holiday, or, the dreaded early school dismissal.
If you are brave enough to plan a day […]
“What’s for dinner?”
The question that strikes fear into the hearts of many parents, especially working parents, during the week.
“Must you have dinner every night? We just had it last night”, is not the proper answer.
Don’t ask me how I know.
The obvious answer is to plan your evening meals ahead of time, and, things […]
This is an interesting way for professional women to find work at home opportunities.
HireMyMom.com matches companies in need of temporary or part time help with professionals (often moms at home) who are in need of a flexible work schedule that allows them to work from home.
Their goal:
To provide businesses with top talent for temporary […]
My Sunday Affective Disorder has been acting up today.
For the most part, I usually enjoy the weekend, and, I sometimes even get to complete a task. But, for some reason, I have spent today dreading this week, and, being frustrated that I, “can’t get anything done”.
I’ve even done all my best weekend tricks, […]
There’s a social networking site for everyone these days.
Between opportunities?
Check out the free Layoffspace.com where you can “blog, chat, share ideas, and, find support”.
There are forums to meet recruiters, career coaches, and, fellow job seekers, as well as extensive online career resources for the job search, including a job board and information on crafting a […]
From Stewart Levine’s Cut to the Chase: and 99 Other Rules to Liberate Yourself and Gain Back the Gift of Time, here are Eight Ways to Save Time at the Office.
I’m beginning to think if I just stopped reading about ways to save time, I’d have more time, but, nonetheless, my favorite tip, and, the […]
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