I am a member of a group of doctors’ wives. I first found these wonderful gals through a blog where I guest posted as a “seasoned” doctor’s wife (ouch!). The group later formed a private Facebook page where we now discuss personal struggles we don’t want to make public. The support is amazing. Inevitably, a new resident’s wife desperately reaches out for confirmation that her exhausting days and nights will not go on forever, and the pack of peers respond with amazing comfort. There are no solutions. There is no magic cut-off date to busting a hump. There is only the support of all of us who have learned to alter our attitudes, be creative, and use every resource available to us. (more…)
Topic: ‘Raising Children’
Racism is a Colorful Topic
April 18th, 2011 by Kathi the wingspouse
There is no such thing as a colort person. Although my grandma used to refer to some people that way. You see, people don’t come in black or white. A five year old taught me that. (more…)
CAUTION: Wingspouse Role May Result in Career
January 13th, 2011 by Kathi the wingspouse
I am at the point in my life that I have long planned for. My husband is exactly where he belongs in his career, our children are nearly grown and fully equipped to succeed in both marriage and career, and I have had time to rediscover myself and form a career I can really enjoy for the next few decades. I thought I would be finishing my book about being a wingspouse, and speaking to women about balancing values and careers… but a funny thing happened. (more…)
7 Reasons Your Child Needs an Advocate
September 23rd, 2010 by Kathi the wingspouse
As parents, we sometimes do what we want to do without figuring our children into the equation. Too many times, I have spoken with parents who not only are uninformed about their children’s struggles, but intentionally avoid becoming informed because then they feel obligated to do something about it. Whether you have a full-time career, a part-time job, or a really fun hobby, you should always address the needs of your children first. Don’t be one of those parents who proclaims they are a good parent, but doesn’t know what’s going on at school. Why? I’ll give you seven reasons:
Radical Role Reversal of a Male Wingspouse
August 31st, 2010 by Kathi the wingspouse
