by Lori Mercer | Feb 19, 2017 | Everyday, Lori Mercer, Uncategorized, Working Moms
Have you ever gone to work sick because your job was on the line? Or you used all your sick leave taking one kid after another to the pediatrician? Have you ever pumped your slightly feverish baby with a little ibuprofen and dropped them at daycare because there was...
by Lori Mercer | Feb 3, 2016 | Everyday, Lori Mercer, Working Moms
The “sweet spot” is when this “life formula” adds up: Committed Marriage + Physical Health + Mental Health + Happy Family Life + Your Work Is also Your Passion (+ your personal cup of tea hobby and interest) = The Sweet Spot Of course that...
by Lori Mercer | Jan 11, 2016 | Everyday, Lori Mercer, Working Moms
{In 2015, I left a 22 year career in a M-F 8-5 job that I didn’t hate but was constantly tearing my heart in two directions. I am so blessed to be in a season where I can be home more for my 4 kids and still be contributing all my purpose and talents in a way...
by Lori Mercer | Oct 3, 2014 | Especially For The Fire Wife, Everyday, Fire Family Life, Kids and Family, Working Moms
I’ve been a woman all my life (ha ha!). I’ve always had a job since age 16. Therefore I call myself a “working woman” and by that I mean no disrespect to stay at home moms. And I’ve birthed 4 children while maintaining my employment...
by Lori Mercer | Nov 24, 2013 | Fire Family Life, Kids and Family, Working Moms
“There is no one busy in this world, it’s always about priorities. You will always find time for the things you feel important.” People always say to me they don’t know how I do it. 4 (busy active years) kids in hockey, soccer, scouts...
by Lori Mercer | Jun 6, 2013 | Especially For The Fire Wife, Everyday, Fire Family Life, Working Moms
Before I even start, let me clarify. All mom’s work like mad. But in this case, I’m using the term “working moms” to refer to mom’s who work outside the home.The worst day of the year for me is the first day of summer vacation....
