These are unprecedented times for everyone. For me, though, not much has changed—I've been successfully working from home for years. The big shift? Now my husband Frank and our two kids, Lotte (10) and Luc (15), are here too. After weeks of navigating this new normal, here's how it really works in our house—and why I love it.
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Over the past weeks, I've cycled through phases: initial excitement, moments of desperation, acceptance, and now a touch of sadness knowing school resumes soon. It's a strange evolution of emotions with Frank and the kids constantly around while I work.
Frank isn't just lounging—he's also working remotely for his job. One perk of office PC work is its portability to home. We timed our home office renovation perfectly, giving all four of us dedicated space to thrive.
At first, having everyone home felt like a bonus. While other parents scrambled with homeschooling schedules, we embraced a relaxed rhythm: later bedtimes, sleeping in, and light learning sessions amid work. Holiday mode, but productive!
Lotte motivates easily and needs minimal guidance. She wraps up homework in hours, then enjoys crafts, dog walks, friends, TikToks, Netflix, and gardening. Her phone's in overdrive, so we're eyeing Sim only deals to upgrade from her old prepaid.
Luc is different. Tougher to motivate, especially post-'passed' exams with no finals. Couch potato mode ensued—no homework left, corona diploma secured, summer free until September training. Working from home shifts when a teen lounges all day. Frustrating, but he's just sent his first job application. Activity incoming!
Couch-sitting aside, Frank's phone calls grate—I'm not used to background chatter after 10 solo WFH years. Kids' tapping is fine, but hours-long calls disrupt focus.
Upsides shine brighter: shared cappuccinos (he often brews), funnier dog walks with Lotte (deep chats ensue). Simple joys elevate the day.
Social media splits moms: eager for school reopenings or health-wary keepers-at-home. Lotte's thrilled to return; I'm bittersweet. Not health fears—I've grown attached to family bustle. Exploring Simyo Sim Only for reliable kid contact post-school. Lotte's schedule will fill; calls from the yard or chats will bridge gaps.
Conviviality trumps minor gripes. I'll miss them when routines resume: Luc's training, Frank potentially office-bound (hinting for 2 WFH days 😉).
Key factor: ages. Luc (15) is independent, no learning needs. Lotte (10) self-starts easily. Low homework pressure lets Frank and me flex work. I get it—tougher for parents of young kids.
How do you handle it?
