tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post3666691202749024949..comments2023-10-29T01:30:12.177+08:00Comments on Mothering Times: Living on one incomeMumsgatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08578910510946597934noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-60197352196650475432011-06-25T00:13:57.564+08:002011-06-25T00:13:57.564+08:00How I wish I can be a SAHM just like you. Though ...How I wish I can be a SAHM just like you. Though I am a FTWM, I still have only 1 pair of working slipper, to the saloon once or twice a year, no buying new cloths, no whatever cures, worry about my kids, work and debts, very tiring life..just hope there's a change for the better soon.Agnes CF Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11580025672667853866noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-59142295667822025372011-06-21T11:24:56.839+08:002011-06-21T11:24:56.839+08:00Jenny,
I am sure your heart will have plenty of ro...Jenny,<br />I am sure your heart will have plenty of room. Hmmm... about that loss of privacy part. I remember I used to put the toddler on the potty and the baby on a mat right outside the bathroom so that I can watch both of them while I bathe. Haha. Well, you will be getting some of that madness soon but they grow up so fast, in the blink of an eye so remember to tell yourself that whenever you feel overwhelmed. :)Mumsgatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08578910510946597934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-38998866105496087242011-06-21T11:13:31.497+08:002011-06-21T11:13:31.497+08:00Hi mumsgather!
Thanks for your comment on my post...Hi mumsgather!<br /><br />Thanks for your comment on my post about having 2nd child. I hope the feeling will go away soon. I come from a small family (just me and my elder brother - gap by 6 years), not sure whether there's impact from there or not. I'm not worried about having more kids (yet...) but more to how can I make more room in my heart for my kids... <br /><br />As for your post, I quit my job to be a SAHM back in June 2009 as I can't work out an arrangement with my previous company to allow me to take unpaid leave/part-time/flexi hours (I want to breastfeed at least 6 months) - so decided to just quit after going through discussions and deep thoughts with hubby on living on 1 less income.<br /><br />What's there about being a SAHM? Well, I lost my sense of privacy - need to have 'open door' policy when I bath or even do my business as I gotta keep an eye out on my toddler (in case he got into any mischief :P) but it's OK :)I'm a full-time mummyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08500868058094898354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-53127962595985124432011-06-20T15:29:59.981+08:002011-06-20T15:29:59.981+08:00Vivianz,
I know that if I had to split my focus, s...Vivianz,<br />I know that if I had to split my focus, something has to give. I prefer it this way. I don't think I can manage having the best of both worlds, family and career, probably both will suffer in the process, so I choose one over the other. <br /><br />claire,<br />What kind of mother in law do you think you will turn out to be? Haha. Sorry, not related. Your comment just got me thinking, that is all. :)<br /><br />slavemom,<br />Unfortunately, hubs often claims he is not spared the peace of mind wor. His favourite phrase is you are at home and yet I have to worry about home. lol.<br /><br />martha,<br />Yes, I believe that part (moulding kids' characters) cannot be left to another caregiver, whether in-laws, after school care centres or worse still, maids! After school centres and maids or even in-laws may be able to assist in the physical aspect of child care like feeding, bathing, naps, homework help etc but the support and emotional part, I cannot give my all unless I don't have other distractions.Mumsgatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08578910510946597934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-808849822740378792011-06-20T14:18:08.228+08:002011-06-20T14:18:08.228+08:00liked this post! I'm mostly a SAHM mum too, al...liked this post! I'm mostly a SAHM mum too, although I teach part time. The benefits are worth it! we too do not subscribe to TV, I too use an old phone, have no facials or spas etc etc. haha.. We learn to live within our budget and our children learn how to spend money wisely, but mostly SAHM have a great part in moulding our chidlren's character. :)marthahttp://poundthegarlic.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-77466583858603555532011-06-20T12:47:24.891+08:002011-06-20T12:47:24.891+08:00I count myself lucky coz I get to be a SAHM. Like ...I count myself lucky coz I get to be a SAHM. Like u said, we're spared of those work-related stress. Moreover, hubs has peace of mind knowing that the mother is at home with his kids.slavemomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06315421380713936287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-81728366876513393582011-06-20T11:20:16.142+08:002011-06-20T11:20:16.142+08:00I read your post with awe and admiration for you.....I read your post with awe and admiration for you.. some parts made me guilty..cos i m the one who go for washing, trimming hair once every two or three months, i go for facial once a month or so, massage too.. (but not medi or pedicure).. i have around ten pairs of shoes, (but some worn out and not thrown yet).. i spent on clothing for my kids (esp my girl.. )not just once a year but anytime of the year... i go for trips now and then (local), to enjoy eating.. and the list goes on..<br />Yes, I told my sons... if they can afford it, it is best that their "wives" stay home to be with the kids.. they really need the attention they should be getting.. <br />Of course due to financial constraints and inflation, both spouses have to work to make ends meet and to give their kids more.. extra more.. <br />whatever it is, it is time management.. if by end of the day, we still have the energy and strength, we will surely shower them upon our kids.. <br />phew.. what a tough job a lady has! oh, should i say, Mother..Reanaclairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01716477622054835019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29911725.post-56167493483317997372011-06-20T11:12:26.928+08:002011-06-20T11:12:26.928+08:00well said well said! It is exactly how i feel when...well said well said! It is exactly how i feel when i decided to turn into a SAHM. The less stress and don't have to split my focus! :)Vivianzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08566609826733414468noreply@blogger.com