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Jo's avatar

I think that unpleasant task swapping tends to happen naturally when extended families live close or within tight knit neighborhoods. I recently moved across the country back to my hometown, and the constant exchange of power tools, Tupperware, and other chores can get comical at times-but it definitely one the brighter spots of being near family again.

I’ve heard of some start up companies that claim to operate as “executive assistants” for moms-the idea is to help automate or outsource tasks and product research. This is laudable in theory, but without even trying it I can tell that it’s not an effective solution to most common household management challenges, because it’s whole model is based on referrals to commercial services for laundry, groceries, kids clothes, etc.

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Mrs. Guardino's avatar

Very good links!

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