“In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future.” - A Haley

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Just a few random links for you today:

Outlaws no more, breastfeeding mothers get legal protection (Boston Globe

Bad Parents and Proud of It: Moms and a Dad Confess Wall Street Journal

Laid-off moms learn what they've been missing Connecticut Post

If you've followed this site (or know me) you know that I've worked two jobs for ages. Right now, I'm "on furlough" from my part-time evening job (yes, that's me, another victim of the economic downturn) and so I'm enjoying evenings at home with my son. Its a struggle on the financial front, but on the personal front the struggle will be going back. For me, having dinner every evening with my son feels like a luxury. Spending every weekend with my family is a thrill.

My son is now old enough to complain every morning when we all get dressed and get in the car to go to our separate destinations for the day: "I don't want to go," he says, "I want to stay home with my Mamma."

Oh my darling son, I want to stay home with you, too.