Mum Guilt and is painting a job?!

Posted by Caroline Valpied on

Every mother knows this feeling. Your needs don't always match up to your little one's needs and there is a push/pull. At the beginning you kind of have to get out of bed and feed the baby (how dare they be hungry when you're desperately trying to get just one hour shut-eye?!) and look after them the rest of the time. If you're a completely deranged control freak like me (and there are no local grandparents to detach you from your new family member) you think you should be with them all the time until you go completely mad. I don't recommend this. 

N.B. This is the daycare (how fun! so much stuff! nature!) not my backyard.

My point is that we've put Salvador in daycare and I've been transitioning to this new reality, just like he has. He actually really likes it. I only rang up 12 times on the first day. It's gone down a bit since then. 

He's only in two days a week, but from next week it will be three. Is this fair? Is painting a real job? Does it warrant incarcerating my child? *slight hysteria rising in voice* Well, clients are paying me to paint so it's a freelance job that's earning us an income. What about when I'm painting for an exhibition? What about when I take a break? Am I allowed to take breaks?

Most of us have to work and that usually means their children have to be looked after by others. It just feels so weird to be entirely freelance so no boss, no hours to keep to, at home, but without Salvador. I think the weird part is that painting doesn't feel like a job. It's a part of me I need to feed to calm me down and make me (relatively, ah-hem) normal. If I didn't like my job, would that validate daycare somehow?

What do you think? To daycare or not to daycare. To follow your passion and build an art career or to smother your little one in kisses all day (which let's face it, is a pretty good way to spend your time). These are my questions...

You can comment below or on facebook or instagram. Feel free to explore my website. Thanks for being nice. :-P


Share this post



← Older Post Newer Post →


2405 comments

  • I can’t even begin to express the relief I feel right now. If you’ve ever felt the sinking sensation of thinking you’ve lost a fortune, then you’ll understand what I’ve been through these last few weeks. I had a cold wallet containing $350,000 worth of Bitcoin, and for some reason, I just couldn’t access it anymore. It felt like my entire world was crashing down on me. Years of savings and careful investments were in that wallet, and I thought I had lost it all. I tried everything on my own to recover it. I searched forums, watched countless tutorials, and tried every possible solution I could find online. Nothing worked. Honestly, I was devastated. I couldn’t bear the thought of telling my family that I had lost nearly half a million dollars. But then, I stumbled upon Trust Geeks Hack Expert. At first, I was skeptical. You hear horror stories about scams in the cryptocurrency space, and I was hesitant to trust anyone with something as sensitive as my Bitcoin wallet. But after reading about their impressive track record and seeing some real testimonials, I decided to give it a shot. It was my last hope. From the very beginning, Trust Geeks Hack Expert was incredibly professional and reassuring. They walked me through their process, answering all of my questions and calming my fears. The team made me feel like they were just as invested in recovering my funds as I was. It took a few days, and during that time, I was a nervous wreck. But I’ll never forget the moment I got their message saying they had successfully accessed my wallet. When I saw my balance restored, I burst into tears of joy. I couldn’t believe it. They did what I thought was impossible. Trust Geeks Hack Expert didn’t just recover my Bitcoin; they restored my peace of mind. If you’re in a situation like I was, do not hesitate. These people are absolute lifesavers. I can’t thank them enough for giving me back my future.

    LEARN MORE ABOUT TRUST GEEKS HACK EXPERT

    Web-site. https://trustgeekshackexpert..com/
    E-mail: trustgeekshackexpert@fastservice…com
    Tele-gram : (Trustgeekshackexpert)
    WhatsApp  +1.7.1.9.4.9.2.2.6.9.3

    Hubiana Purnell on
  • I never knew I could get my fiancé back to me until I contacted Dr Isikolo who helped me. I had a terrible misunderstanding with my man and we went different ways. I was down emotionally and knew not what to do to help the situation. So I got to know about Dr Isikolo. I contacted him and got him to help with my problems. He told me all that I needed to know and understood and I complied with procedures and he eventually fix the problem for me and now I and my fiancé are back together and I know we will get married soon. It won’t have been possible if Dr Isikolo didn’t help me as promised. The result of his work surely manifest after 48 hours and it 100% guaranteed. Its visible for me to see the effect of the result of everything he did for me and truly the love and affection between i and my fiance is restored back fully and it gladdens my heart that i didnt loose him to anyone out there. He can as well help you if you reach out to him now. Text him on WhatsApp him on +2348133261196 or review his page https://isikolo-temple.com

    Trudy Morris on
  • Lost Blockchain Funds Recovery with Web Bailiff Contractor

    In recent years, online investment schemes have proliferated, luring unsuspecting individuals into their traps. I found myself caught in one such scheme while living in Évreux, France, my ordeal serves as a cautionary tale for others.It all began step by step.A friend I met on Discord shared a seemingly lucrative investment opportunity. The promise of quick returns and minimal risk was enticing, and I was eager to make some extra money. Like many others, I believed I could navigate this new world of online investments safely. Unfortunately, I was wrong.I invested €2,500, convinced I was making a smart financial move. Initially, everything seemed legitimate. I received frequent updates and saw my “earnings” grow on the platform. The operators were friendly and responsive, further building my confidence in their legitimacy. I was excited about the potential profits and began to share the opportunity with others, not realizing I was promoting a scam.As time went on, however, I decided to withdraw a portion of my profits. That’s when the red flags appeared. I faced endless hurdles: unexplained fees, verification delays, and vague responses to my inquiries. Each time I attempted to withdraw my funds, I encountered more obstacles. The once-promising platform had turned into a labyrinth of frustration, and I began to suspect that I had been scammed.Feeling helpless and frustrated, I confided in friends and researched online. Many others had fallen victim to similar schemes, sharing their experiences and warning about the signs of a scam. I realized I wasn’t alone, but that didn’t provide any comfort as I contemplated my lost savings. The emotional toll of the situation was overwhelming.After extensive searching, I discovered Web Bailiff Contractor, a firm specializing in recovering lost funds from online scams. Initially skeptical, I decided to reach out to them. Their team was professional and understanding, guiding me through the recovery process. They conducted thorough investigations and traced my funds, working diligently to reclaim my hard-earned money.To my relief, Web Bailiff Contractor was successful. I received my funds back in a surprisingly short timeframe. This experience taught me invaluable lessons about online investments and the importance of due diligence.If you find yourself in a similar situation, remember that help is available. Don’t let scammers win seek assistance from Web Bailiff Contractor, Protect yourself by thoroughly researching any investment opportunity and staying informed about the latest scams. Your financial security is worth it, and there are resources out there to help you reclaim what you’ve lost. Stay vigilant, and share your knowledge to prevent others from falling prey to these deceitful schemes,Send a message to Web Bailiff Contractor today via: WhatsApp them through ;+ 1(360)819 8556 or send an email to web @ bailiffcontractor . net

    Thanks.

    hellen jade on
  • THANKS TO WIZARD JAMES RECOVERY

    I’m forever grateful to WIZARD JAMES RECOVERY for their remarkable assistance in recovering the $38,540 I had lost to a crypto scam. This amount was meant to cover my husband’s urgent hospital bills, and I was deceived by a fraudster posing as Agent David, who promised me a return of $380,940 – but it was all a scam. Thanks to WIZARD JAMES RECOVERY’ expertise and dedication, I was able to recover not only the initial investment but also the profit I was promised. Their help has been a blessing to my family, and we can now focus on my husband’s recovery without financial stress. I highly recommend WIZARD JAMES RECOVERY to anyone who has fallen victim to crypto scams. They are professional, efficient, and compassionate. Thank you, WIZARD JAMES RECOVERY, for your exceptional service and support during a difficult time!"

    Quickly reach out to WIZARD JAMES RECOVERY, on their

    EMAIL:: WizardJamesRecovery@qualityservice.com

    WhatsApp Number: (‪+1 234) 389-4661

    Martin rosella on
  • I want to publicly thank Seeker Assets Recovery, a professional private investigator and a certified expert in Bitcoin Recovery Services, for their assistance in helping me recover the money I lost to fraud. An online manipulation artist who represented themselves as knowledgeable and experienced in the field of Crypto investments conned my wife and myself. My 88,000 USD worth of funds were put into cryptocurrency. I was left helpless after the fraud tricked us and had to spend hours looking for a Crypto recovery service to get my money back. The specialist I found was Seeker Assets Recovery. I just had to be patient after describing my situation to the expert, and all of my money was returned to my wallet in less than 48 hours. Thank you Seeker Assets Recovery for your excellent assistance in getting my money back. Seeeker Assets Recovery can be reached through various channels like:
    Email: info @ seekerassetsrecovery .com
    Website: seekerassetsrecovery.com
    Whatsapp: +1 (514) 312-2803

    Bowan Alfonzo on

Leave a comment