A working mom?s tips for surviving summer vacation
As a working mom, I can handle a lot: sick kids, school projects, two guinea pigs, a fish, a very busy French bulldog, tight work deadlines, business trips, an aging mother, groceries, laundry. But June rolls around and the thought that my kids will soon be out of school just breaks me. I haven?t quite managed the ability to work from home with kids around and get anything done yet. And if I was in an office setting, things might be even more difficult. Many camps are half-days or end at 4 p.m.?impossible for a nine-to-fiver. It practically takes a flight controller to organize their schedules.
So what do I do when the school bell rings and my kids are out for the summer" I used to panic. But over time, I?ve created a plan that ends up saving my bacon every year. Here are a few tips to keep everyone happy.
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