Part Time Solo Parent

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I have friends who are married but their husbands are either working in another place or working at different hours than the normal. I describe them as Part Time Solo Parent because most of the time, they are the ones doing the parenting at home. One day, one of them (the one whose husband works the night shift) called me. She was saying that she misses her husband especially at night when he needs to go to work. Her only companions at home are their children. She misses having someone to do chores, to talk, to bond and to sleep with at home. 

I say that instead of focusing on the nights that the husband is not at home, try to focus on the anticipation of a whole weekend with the husband. Make a to-do list. One day can be a family bonding time and one day can be a date night. Of course it will not be easy because of the many other things that needs to be taken care of BUT you still have the time and you should use it wisely. 

Anticipation and Time Management is the key to making more memories together.

Much Love,

The Only Parent (T.O.P.)