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From: kathleen@ihuxw.UUCP (K. S. Romanowski)
Newsgroups: net.kids
Subject: RE:  The Kids of Shangri-La
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Date: Mon, 23-Apr-84 14:36:15 EST
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Posted: Mon Apr 23 14:36:15 1984
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I don't agree with the opinion stated in the article sent in by
Larry Bickford (originally written by Jo Kearly, San Jose).

I don't have children yet, but when I do, I know that my dedication
will be 100%.  I plan on returning to work within 3 months of my
child's birth.  For financial reasons, present and future, my
returning to work would ensure a better life for me and for my
child.  I also think that the quality of time spent with a
child is important and that they can learn to distinguish between
the parent and the day care person.  Children are wise beyond their
tender years and learn rapidly.  ( I helped my sister raise 4
children when I was in high school and feel that this early
experience taught me well.)

I just wonder what other parent's opinions are in this matter.
How many men would be willing to give up their jobs and take
full-time care of their children?  How many women earn enough
(yes, I dare say this even in our modern times) to support
the family while the husband takes care of the child (children)?
Since I am not a parent yet, my observations are merely my
opinions, not flames against Larry Bickford or anyone else.

Please post comments to the net or send them via electronic
mail to:  ihuxw!kathleen.

Thanks for listening.

Katie