Dear Mommy

The SAHM v. WM debate is something that strikes a chord with me, especially as I transition back into my WM role.  Being a teacher, I have the opportunity to see both sides (for the most part).  And if our kids were able to, I believe this is what they would say to us...


Dear Mommy,

I just wanted to say THANK YOU for being a Stay At Home Mom.  I know it's not easy doing this job everyday.  You make sacrifices all of the time so that you can be home with us.  You look at the cute clothes at the mall and think about how nice it would be to go shopping for yourself, because we all know you haven't replaced your wardrobe in years.  You clip coupons and bargain shop as much as possible because it's tough being on one income.  You wake up early to pack lunch for your husband, not because you have to, but because you appreciate how hard he works for our family.  You look at your working mom friends and sometimes think about how nice it would be to go out for drinks with your coworkers.  You constantly worry that you aren't doing enough for your kids.  You worry that they aren't socialized enough, or that they spend too much time at home.  But Mom, don't worry.  You are doing AWESOME.  We love you.

Dear Mommy,

I just wanted to say THANK YOU for being a Working Mom.  I know it's not easy doing this job everyday.  You make sacrifices all of the time so that you can help provide for our family.  You drive to work with tears in your eyes because you miss us.  You think about us all day long and wonder what we are doing.  I know that is hard, Mom.  You come home from work and quickly start on cooking dinner, doing laundry, taking the dog out, all while giving us hugs and kisses.  You clean and do chores while we sleep so that you can enjoy spending time with us when we are awake.  I know it's hard to look at your stay at home mom friends who take their children to the park or museum while you work.  When we get sick, you feel guilty that we were exposed to daycare germs.  You constantly worry that you aren't spending enough time with us, or that you are missing out on precious moments.  But Mom, don't worry.  You are doing AWESOME.  We love you.