Answered on 20th November 2007:

I guess I'm the odd gal out. I don't think it's really possible to have it all. This is my opinion though, and stems from what I feel is enough time with my family. My mom had four kids, no conveniences at all, ran around like a chicken with her head cut off, but all of what she did was for our family. I wish my family could have the quality time I had when I was little. There was no running to organized sports ect., they didn't exist like they do today. We played outside till mom called us for dinner. We had dinner together every single night. I was read a story and tucked in every single night. My mom wasn't on the phone, or the computer, or throwing frozen pizza in the oven. Clearly I am in the minority when it comes to family and career. But I truly wish I could raise my son 30 years ago. It was different, and I think it was better. I know, I'm crazy...but if I could go back there I would. My husband and I both have careers, but honestly they get in the way of many things I wish we could accomplish as a family.

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