rlassally

It's sad that Zoe had to downplay her staus as a parent -- but it's also a harsh reality. I was a working mother at two points in my career and both times I, like Zoe and so many other mothers, didn't have to, but realized it was best to, keep my parenting responsibilities to myself. Ironically, the two worst experiences I had as a working mother was when I worked directly for WORKING MOTHERS!
There will never be one answer to this conundrum, that will persist despite the glass ceiling being raised. Not until there is a real acceptance in the workplace that balance - not just for women - is so very important, mother's (and fathers too) are going to have to live dual lives.
I'm happy to say I now work in a company run by women and flex time is working for us. We put in long days - but we also make it a priority to pick up our kids and make it to serve hot lunch. It's not always perfect, but it might be as good as it gets.
I'm afraid we are the exception though...not the rule.