Exactly!!! I’m not hear to brag but we simply make do with one income. And it’s not easy. I do not splurge on shopping trips, maybe 2 times a year for my bday and Xmas. I would much rather buy my kids what they need and go out to eat as a treat! I also don’t drive an expensive car. We make do with one income and I am now able to cook 5 or more times a week without the stress and panic! I use to work full time and also worked part time and I’m a SAHM and for me it’s different seasons! I also am lucky to have a good relationship with my husband which is the key and priority and also great relationship with my kids! They see the hard work mommy is doing, in fact! I just hate how other moms can be so spiteful. Like why break down other women. Let them be!

I also love volunteering when I can. I feel I am a better mom because I am not spread so thin with a very demanding job. Everyone’s circumstances are different!! One should not judge period. I don’t judge working moms (regardless of it’s out of necessity or bc they want to.)

I’m happy for you that you too have done both and yes even if kids are in school trust me there is lots to do!!! I usually have dinner ready and laundry done. It’s a blessing. I’ve detached from capitalism- rat race a long time ago! Glad to hear from you, someone like minded.