As cheesy as it sounds, at a time like now, with gas prices uncertain-although I’m quite thankful for the $1.79 gas I bought a few days ago, and my young children so dependent on a full-time stay at home parent, I’m beyond thrilled to be working at home. My daughter attends half day kindergarten but working from home has allowed me to stay pretty active with her classroom festivities. I’ll be helping and attending her first Thanksgiving feast next week and will also be there for all of the Christmas activities coming in the next month.   

I’m not passing judgment on any parents who choose not to stay home or can’t stay home. Everyone’s circumstances are different, as are mine. I’m grateful for having a flexible job that allows me the luxury of spending most of my children’s waking hours with them.   

Granted, like many home based business owners and parents, like Sarah Bray of S. Joy Studios, it’s not always an easy schedule. I work many early morning hours and late evenings, but having the option is a freedom in itself.   

If you’re interested in working from home yourself or just want some information about your options, peruse the site to get a few ideas.  And I’m always looking for new ideas to pass along to others. If you have a sweet work at home setup, I’d love to hear about it.