I had seen this story on the internet today and I had to share. The article is about a family who downsized their home size so that the Mom could stay home with their children.
How a Family of 5 Gained ‘Shocking’ Freedom by Downsizing to 850-Square-Foot Home
"Talya says their move — which has given them a hefty $1,350 more a month than they used to have, since their $1,800-per-month mortgage shrank to $450 with the new property — was an “easy decision” once she decided to stop working at her job as a college administrator. “I tried to go back to work after my son was born … [but] as I was sitting in my office looking around, I just realized that it wasn’t worth it … I wanted to stay home and be with my family full time.”
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I found it spot on for many of the reasons that you advocate. Having a parent, usually the mom, staying at home with the children is pivotal to their upbringing. It can be done, obviously, but is a matter of heavy priority. I'm glad this family made their children their priority. Hopefully, as people listen to you, they too will make the right decision.
Enjoy! And thank you for all your fantastic advice.
Heather
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