4 hours? Interrupting your work? Because you are focused on the here and now?

I once had a family member ask me when I was going to get more of an office career. (er. Um. Not those nicer words) That was back when I started at the bottom of where I am. That was 4 years ago. At that time, my focus was on, much like yourself, the fact that it offered me the flexibility to navigate my divorced life with 3 kids, 2 in preschool at that point. Even if I remained married, the bulk of responsibility was on my shoulders-no different than how it's been in divorce-better in ways with added autonomy in parenting.

Anyways, what my relative didn't realize was I was slowly developing my career path. Starting in August, job titles and descriptions aside, I become assistant to the Director and get a little office space. My dreams are developing as additional training and certification opportunities arose. 4 or 5 years ago-this isn't where I would have seen myself as quickly. I've toyed with other job ideas and other communities to reside in. But honest- 4 hours? And interrupting your work? Tell him to go buy you a book on the topic. Motherhood is a huge endeavor as it is. There is nothing wrong with complacency in the moment and comfort with the stability that you bring to the table.

Dreams? Moving accross country? Vacations? I don't understand what he's pressuring you for.