Just had to stop work and post this blog.
I'm currently writing one novel, have revisions to do on the newly rejected one, and belong to a critique group, so have critiques to do as well.
I also type for other writers, and currently have two large jobs I'm working on simultaneously, plus have another client I have to make print-outs for.
Although I love working at home--it gives me more time to devote to my writing--here's my complaint.
Because I'm home, I'm expected to take care of all household things. This includes cleaning, laundry, dishes--no we don't have a dishwasher--keep the cupboard and fridge stocked and provide meals at dinner time, as well as paying bills, doing the banking and--it seems--everything else for everybody.
Currently, I have a husband and three adult sons living at home. The youngest is starting college in September, but will be staying home and commuting. The other two are in their early twenties. They both have jobs, but can't afford to move out just yet.
Because I'm home during the day and they're not, I wake up to notes like--Mom, Can you call my doctor so he can call in my prescription refill? I then get a frantic call from my husband--My filling fell out, find the dentist's phone number.
My youngest son, who was supposed to RSVP about a college orientation on Wednesday, told me to call the number again because he forgot to give them the date on which day he was going. When I told him to just call again, I got--My ride's picking me up. I got to go.
I can't count how many times I have to stop what I'm doing to help these men I live with.
Makes me wonder what they'd do without me.
2 comments:
Lol, Susan, they can't live without you! I'd say appreciate it now, because your sons at least will be gone soon, but how can you? You're like a secretary but without the benefits. You're a much more patient woman than I, I'd have cracked long ago. Good luck finding the time!
LOL we mom's are truly the unsung heroes, aren't we?
As one who also works from home, I can totally empathize.
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