your job is a long distance from home? I want to move to Lancaster, Ca, but my job is in Downtown L.A. (I currently live in L.A.)I know that this commute is very common, but how do you handle your children being so far away while you are at work? What if there is an emergency? What if your kids are having wild parties while you're at work? What if, what if, what if.....? Is this something that I'm making too much out of and shouldn't worry? Parents, please share your experience in dealing with this type issue......Thanks!
2007-06-06 07:23:38 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
I don't know anyone one out there yet that I would consider a contact person. I have two teenage daughters, so it's not like they're babies, but still I worry. I highly doubt that I'll find a job in Lancaster that pays what I make in L.A., so getting another job is sorta out of the equation. I want them in a better environment and the schools are better out there than in L.A.....Oh the perils of motherhood!
2007-06-06 07:38:25 · update #1
Also, I'd be taking the train instead of driving.
2007-06-06 07:43:07 · update #2
where ever the closest school to u and ur husband are ready 4 him 2 go
2007-06-06 07:26:04 · answer #1 · answered by sabra_horner 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A long commute is a big mistake. Just because gas prices went up above $3 doesn't mean they're necessarily going to go back down. They could just as easily go above $10.
So the real question should be, where is the best place for kids in L.A., and where should you move to be close to your work and your kids' school.
If you have some overwhelming reason to move to Lancaster, maybe you should look for a job there.
2007-06-06 07:28:41 · answer #2 · answered by x4294967296 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live in San Bernardino, and know people who live all over the place. Some use their pull within the district and put them in schools near their work site, others have their kids in private school near their work. If their kids are off track or on vacation when they are not, they bring their kids to work with them. The only ones who let their kids go to school near home have a spouse or parent who can handle the emergencies and keep an eye on things.
2007-06-06 07:30:19 · answer #3 · answered by smartypants909 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
personally I find it hard to leave my kids. I enjoy driving home with them and hearing all about their day. Also having them close in case I need to bring them something to school and feel more involved that way;. Also being closer for an Emergency.. BUT then the concerts and the PTA meetings are a commute too. There is no right or wrong.
2007-06-06 07:29:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
good idea to move to an area that has a great school district, move early on and u will never regret the decision. All the realtors know where the best rated school districts are. It is very important to be close to the kids. There is always something or the other that they need U 4
2007-06-06 07:28:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't live in CA., but do live about 45 miles from work. My commute is about 1 hour. For myself my children's education is of utmost importance this is why I'm still driving this distance for the last 4 years. There is no need to ask all of the what ifs. I've made it to every sporting event, class field trip, school play, and always will. But, I informed my employer of my involvement with my children, and made it clear to them They will always come first. I had an employer test that with me one day, and after 2 years, and in the middle of a major project "I quit". I figure my children will only be children for a little while, and I want their memories to ones with me in them.
2007-06-06 07:31:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That would be hard. Ask the school what kind of help you can get if there was an emergency, some support/buddy system or something. Maybe you could hire a person to supervise part-time. You definitely have to get somebody. I would worry too.
2007-06-06 10:17:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do the same thing - long commute, kid at home. Not sure how old your kids are, but here's the deal for my 12-year-old...
1) He has neighbors he knows he can check in with
2) He calls me when he gets home or if he's going anywhere
3) Every day, he has set responsibilities - homework, various chores.
4) After those, he can play with pals, go online, watch tube, whatever.
In a nutshell, set the limits and develop a schedule. By the time I get home, the time has (hopefully) flown.
2007-06-06 07:30:10 · answer #8 · answered by Gaius Caligula 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you should worry i mean its your kids right? well if you are going to be worried all the time like a mom would be than dont move jobs if you really want it then i suggest you ove ther to live or have soemoen in your family to look after them will you get home from work it really your choice remember that as a mother that works you need to make time for kids and the time you spend driving you can be with your children if you dont get that job
2007-06-06 07:29:38 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would look for a grant for a private school in the area. They do have those available. If not you could always hire someone to have your kids after school, and incase of emergencies. I know you must be stressed. Good luck girl. I will say a prayer for you, that has always helped me.
2007-06-06 07:28:49 · answer #10 · answered by Heather D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have an adult in the Lancaster area you call them or have them called for emergency (obviously not the my kid is going to the hospital emergency) situations. You also have them down on a contact list at the school. If you want to keep your kids in the same school system, you just have to leave on time to get them to school on time and yourself to work on time.
2007-06-06 07:26:54 · answer #11 · answered by Harley 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋