Why did I wait so long?

gregbcrawford
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Joined: 2010-04-15
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In September it will be two years since I was forced to be a stay-at-home dad.I say forced because mounting debt and a terrible economy was slowing my business ventures and keeping my wife and I wondering how we were going to pay for daycare.So, with much trepidation, we gave daycare two-weeks notice and I became the mommy-daddy.I wasn't a hands-off kind of dad to begin with so the kids weren't opposed to the change. In fact, they really liked having me home all the time. I was surprised they didn't miss daycare all that much.I do find there are days I miss it.But sometimes blessings come out of hardships in life.And, I'm determined to make the most of my blessing to be home with them all day.As much as women have proved their ability in the workplace, I'm constantly trying to be the best mommy-daddy I can.I'm also seeing a theme with some of the posts I've read with unemployed journalists.It took me almost two years to find this site, but I never looked for it before because I was hopeful I'd find a job.While that continues to be a source of frustration, I'm working to enjoy my situation.

 


Greg B. Crawford


JimD
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Welcome!

Welcome to the site, Greg. If you do some searches, there are many informative and hilarious threads on this site. There are also listings for AHD groups throughout the country. I'd highly recommend joining an AHD playgroup if one is in your area or start one of your own. Keep up the good work!



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