When Working from Home Isn’t the Dream It Seems

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Hey there! So, my husband recently struck gold and got a chance to work remotely. We were both thrilled at the thought of him ditching that 45-minute commute—goodbye to all that stress! Plus, he’d have more quality time with us in the mornings and evenings, and we could even enjoy Family Lunch Time together. At first, it felt like a dream come true. But then reality hit. I’m a stay-at-home mom with three young kids, and I quickly realized that a “Home Office” just wouldn’t fit our family dynamic.

The Challenges of a Home Office

Need to take a phone call, love? Good luck with that! My husband’s job relies heavily on client calls, and let me tell you—talking on the phone with kids around is downright impossible. I’ve tried it, and the moment a phone rings, it’s like a switch flips in my kiddos, and they suddenly require all my attention. Plus, kids are loud—especially when there are three of them in the mix. We’d either need to soundproof a room or somehow teach them to whisper, and let’s be real, neither of those is happening anytime soon.

The Fun Dad Dilemma

Sorry kids, Daddy can’t join in on your fun right now. My husband is the Fun Dad, the ultimate playmate. When he comes home, he transforms into the Sword Fighter, the Body-Slamming Wrestler, the Tiara-Wearing Tea Party Guest—the list goes on! I do those things too, but somehow it’s always more exciting when Dad’s around. If he worked from home, I would spend all my time just trying to keep the kids out of his workspace.

The Errand Expedition

And no, he can’t “just watch the kids for a minute.” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve almost cried just thinking about running a quick errand. I’m not talking about the big ones that require planning like grocery shopping or back-to-school trips. I mean those quick stops to the post office or pharmacy that used to take no time at all. With kids, every little outing feels like a major expedition—one that can easily take an hour instead of ten minutes. If my husband worked from home, “Hey babe, I need to drop this package off. You good with the kids?” would become a regular phrase, and I know I’d start taking advantage of that freedom. Three minutes in and out? I could definitely swing by a coffee shop and maybe run into an old friend.

The Coffee Break Conundrum

And no, he can’t just dash out for a quick latte either. What’s the point of having two adults at home if one of us can’t take a break to grab coffee? There’s really no benefit.

The Reality of Absence

Absence makes the heart grow fonder, right? By the time my husband gets home, I’m wiped out. After a day filled with the demands of three little ones, I often find myself just trying to keep my cool. I’ve given my all—often neglecting my own needs in the process. But he’s had a long day, too, working hard at the office.

There’s nothing quite like greeting him at the door with a drink in one hand and a kid on my hip. I hand him the cranky child who’s been glued to me all day and say, “Good luck!” before heading to the porch for a breather. My precious 5 p.m. Daddy’s Home! Alone Time is something I cherish, so sorry love, you can work from anywhere else, but you can’t work here.

Additional Resources

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Conclusion

In summary, while the idea of working from home sounds great, it’s not always practical for families with young kids. Balancing work and family life requires careful consideration, and sometimes, it’s better to keep work and home life separate.