Tag Archives: work-life balance

working life snapshot

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

I have two new contracts. They came to me randomly and in quick succession. Someone needs a minor variance; someone else needs a zoning by-law and official plan amendment (exciting!) and they found me. Great! But also crazy. My work … Continue reading →

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a good day

Posted on January 7, 2010 by

Today I had a meeting for my new consulting gig. I got up, tried on my suit, felt briefly elated at how well it fit until I realized it wasn’t my sleek, fitted, pre-child suit, it was my fat suit. … Continue reading →

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ok, fine, so it can get a little dull

Posted on August 2, 2008 by

One month in to Chapter 4, I can see the potential for monotony in this at-home life. But I’m still having fun and I still get little thrills in the mornings from realizing that I don’t need to pack anyone … Continue reading →

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reactions

Posted on July 7, 2008 by

It’s very interesting how people react when I tell them I’ve quit my job to stay home with the kids. Eyebrows raise. Most people say “good for you! … it goes by so fast … you’ll never regret it”. But … Continue reading →

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pretty fun, so far

Posted on July 4, 2008 by

I’m liking this at-home thing (she says on day three). This morning I made spaghetti sauce from scratch in my pajamas. It’s still a novelty being home so it’s still a novelty to be able to cook when I feel … Continue reading →

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a reluctant, but optimistic, stay-at-home mom

Posted on May 20, 2008 by

I’ve made a switch: no more rushing kids to daycare before the 9am team meeting. No more leaving them crying at the daycare door because I can’t stay a few minutes to get them settled in. No more scrambling for … Continue reading →

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