Working Moms
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Discussions
In July my husband was let go and and last week I was let go with just a few weeks severance. When my spouse was let go we cut out all extra expenses (gym, cable, dinners out, vacations). There's not much more we can cut out and to add to the uncertainty we have a high school senior. Couple questi...
I would like to commit to walking around Horner Park every Tuesday morning from 7:30-8:30 am this summer. Will anyone join me for accountability and (hopefully) sparkling conversation? I'd love to have a small group to walk with. If you are up for it, leave me a message below or send me a private me...
Hi all - I am looking for any feedback/insights/experiences, kids or parents have, re the quality of the Girls' Swim Teams at these 3 schools. Was hoping daughter, who is a strong swimmer, would get into Lane or Whitney, but not sure that will happen, and am now considering Plan B. All ...
Lawyers in firms: do you use a firm credit card for work expenses, travel, etc? Or personal cc? Wondering if my spouse is only one relying on personal cc for all of these expenses. ...
Maybe this should be under the vent thread but I’m just so rattled been at my large healthcare organization for four plus years in a clinical and leadership position. my plate is full to say the least w tons of admin and clinical work-typically work 44-50 hrs per week which i...
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