When You and Your Partner Both Work from Home

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If you’re curious about what life is like when both you and your partner telecommute, let me share a few insights.

1. You’ve got an on-call proofreader, a sounding board, an IT specialist, a printer-ink restocker, and if you’re nice about it, a coffee maker for those extra cups. Who needs interns when you’ve got your own personal support team?

2. Texting becomes obsolete. Unless one of us is running errands, we hardly spend more than three hours apart. Honestly, I ditched my cell phone ages ago, and it’s been liberating—texting can be such a drag, right?

3. Your inner thoughts spill out loud. If I were in an office, I’d never yell, “Not again with the rice pilaf farts?!” But at home, those thoughts fly out freely, and my partner knows exactly what I’m talking about because he had the same dinner.

4. Small talk gets boring. I miss the juicy office gossip! My world has shrunk to just me, my partner Jason, and our daughter. If you see me, please don’t ask “What’s new?” because the answer is always “NOTHING.”

5. Date nights feel different. When Jason suggested going out, I blurted out, “With you?” It’s not that I love him any less, but sometimes I wonder how many hours in a day I’m supposed to share with him!

6. Lunch dates are a total treat. I absolutely love sneaking away for spontaneous afternoon dates with Jason. They feel like we’re playing hooky, and nothing beats an empty movie theater during matinees—no awkward moments while we cuddle up!

7. You have to listen to his work stories. In a traditional office, I might find some coworkers annoying, but at least we’d bond over shared interests. I can’t even tell you what Jason’s research is about half the time because I’m usually on “uh-huh” autopilot.

8. You’ve got a partner in crime. Yes, we’re always close, and sometimes it’s a bit too much. When we moved from a two-bedroom to a three-bedroom, I made sure our offices are in separate rooms, even if it means our daughter shares her nursery with a desk and a fax machine. Freelancers often juggle financial challenges, so having each other’s backs during tough times is what makes working from home worthwhile.

For more tips and insights about home insemination, check out this resource. And if you’re interested in exploring artificial insemination, this is a top-notch resource too. Plus, the CDC offers valuable information on pregnancy and infertility here.

In summary, working from home with your partner has its ups and downs. You become each other’s support system while also navigating the challenges of constant togetherness.