Navigating the balance between work and home can feel like trying to mix oil and water. No matter how hard you try to keep the two worlds separate, they often collide in the most amusing ways. When I returned to work last year with dreams of being a powerhouse professional, I quickly remembered how my years of full-time motherhood had shaped me. You can take the mom out of the house, but you can’t take the mom out of the mommy. Here’s a lighthearted look at the signs that confirm you are indeed the mom in the office:
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You whip out a random piece of scrap paper for note-taking during a meeting and discover it’s the lice and chicken pox warning from your child’s school. “Um, what exactly are you writing on? OH NO! Does anyone else feel itchy?!”
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Your pen has a wild-haired troll on the end, not because you’re trying to make a statement, but because it’s the only working pen in your bag. (I’ve been known to resort to crayons, scented markers, and even broken pencils. Why do the kids insist on the troll pen yet prefer my boring black ink?)
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You casually slip up and refer to your team as your kids.
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In a heated discussion, you find yourself using your best toddler negotiation tactics to calm a disgruntled coworker. “Shh, why don’t we sit down over here and have a little snack? Feeling better now? That’s a good boy!”
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During a moment of stress, you mistakenly go through fifteen names trying to address a colleague, including your children’s, pets’, and even cartoon characters’ names. “Okay, um, Billy, Sandy, Dora, Peter Rabbit… whatever your name is, you really forgot your notebook!”
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You secretly rejoice when your coworkers stumble in hungover after a night out because you were tired of being the only one with dark circles under your eyes. (Will our kids ever sleep through the night? Please, tell me they will!)
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You find yourself staying late at the office, relishing the peace and quiet since it’s the only time you can hear yourself think. (Big shoutout to my daycare for staying open until 6 PM!)
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You actually look forward to Mondays because they offer a break from the chaos of home.
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When the water cooler talk is about the latest binge-worthy show, you’re the one who pipes up with “Nick Jr.”
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When management needs a last-minute project tackled without a budget or guidelines, you’re the first one they call. After all, if you can handle two kids, two schools, and a dozen extracurriculars, what’s a little work task?
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In summary, the blend of motherhood and work can lead to some hilarious and relatable moments, showcasing the unique challenges and joys of being a working mom.