I loved you're response to that article, I had a mom that had no choice but to work full time to raise us and she did all she could for us. I had friends who's mom's COULD afford to stay at home, and some that had no choice (in the 80's & 90's) and I envied that, but each situation is different & I now being a mother can admire EVERY good mom working or not for any reason. I loved the I don't vaccumn in pearls, I only have one child who is not in school and between the house, him, job searching, school for myself and sometimes just making it through the day I'm grateful if I can get a shower in. I admire that you're so honest, because so many people sugar coat the glory of parenting in ALOT of aspects and the reality is working or not parenthood is hard devote work, I wouldn't trade any second of it. You're right society does put parents on one end or the other (dads too) and it is hard keeping a balance. I do like that you don't greet the kids with cookies; you're correct it's a new decade. Thank you very much. Being a parent can be hard, but the most rewarding gift anyone could be given is the bond you share with you're kiddo.