Edgy Mama

Waiting in the carpool line today, I noticed that the SUV in front of me had a plastic frame around its license plate that read, “Mothering…a proud profession.” I applaud this sentiment. I really do. Yet, I wondered what my reaction would be if the frame read, “Accounting…a proud profession” or “Waste Disposal…a proud profession”? As it was, the license plate frame made me rather sad. I’m a stay-at-home mom and I understand wanting to be taken seriously. But…is this a profession? God, I hope not. And am I proud of what I’m doing? Some days, yes. Other days—days when I’m tired, short-tempered or impatient? No. Yes, raising my kids to the best of my ability is extremely important to me…and I look forward to the day when I am able to juggle both a profession and mothering.