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Career and Kids

March 2nd, 2008

Working mother of triplets

I’m fascinated with stories about large families, and, especially those with multiples.
I have no ides why, I just am.
I thought you might enjoy this Wall Street Journal story about a working mother of triplets, and, two other children.
While she and her husband have some opportunities that other people don’t have, I enjoyed reading […]

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April 29th, 2007

Crying at Work

It used to be that crying at work (not to be confused with crying because you have to go to work) was a sign of weakness.
However, there are signs that it is becoming more acceptable as a younger workforce tends to be more open with their emotions. Perhaps these are the employees who aren’t […]

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March 27th, 2007

Enough, already with Poor Behavior and Daycare

You may wonder why I haven’t commented on what would seem to be the ultimate working parent topic: daycare causes delinquent children, or, whatever the twist of the day is.
I’ve thought about it, but, I just can’t do it. Well, actually, I’m doing it, now, aren’t I? But, you know what I mean.
There is so […]

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January 7th, 2007

Job Sharing with your spouse

Via The Wall Street Journal’s blog The Juggle, here’s an interesting article about a couple who share a position at a British Embassy.
They proposed this arrangement, working in 4 month shifts, in response to the demands of careers and parenthood that many of us face. According to the article, the 4 month stints ensure […]

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