Dr. Laura:
I thought that if some of your working mom listeners heard this story, they might think twice about that decision.
I was out walking and saw a small child (no more than two years old) sitting by herself in the dirt and crying. I looked around and saw three adult women just standing around talking to each other. There were 17 children in that small play area, who all looked like they were less than three years old. I kept walking, but was waiting for one of the caretakers to see to the little one. It never happened.
I was never more sure of the decision my husband and I made for me to be the one at home giving love and attention to our kids. I've thought about that baby many times since that day, and am sad that she was left there unloved and uncared for.
Thank you for your help in making stay-at-home moms like myself never lose faith in the reason we're doing what we are. I have the most important job in the world.
Jenni
