My day job (and frankly, my life) is kicking my patootie. Out of time, I had to bring the kids along to make copies at the college for my class starting in an hour. Low and behold the only other person in the copy center is a full timer from my department. I took a deep breath and whispered my threats and bribery in that eye-of-the-storm calm tone. Apparently my anxiety was audible, as Mia loudly proclaimed, “Why do you sound like that Mommy?” To which Zoe semi-shouted, “Because I think that lady is her boss.” To which Mia in the loudest of tones stated, “No! I am her boss.” Did I mention that I teach in the Child Development Department? Farewell Full-time Dreams!

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