Sandy Maximus
Oct 21, 2023

Yes, for sure. I see that in my teenage son who has grown up seeing me slave it out and thinks that I am the housekeeper that his father has hired to take care of his every need.

You did a fantastic job writing this piece and I couldn't agree with you more. The emotional labor is what it takes the toll on me. And despite doing it all being branded selfish when I prioritize ME every once in a while. I say it's a thankless job and I too would like to be the one that just sits around and relaxes all day. I have to wait until my kids leave for college to do that?

Sandy Maximus
Sandy Maximus

Written by Sandy Maximus

An academic, a mother, and a wanna-be writer with interests from travel to tennis, personal stories, and life lessons.

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