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- I have three kids and am thankful for the friendships I have with other parents.
- But I also love spending time with my child-free friends.
- Our conversations are different and remind me of who I was before I became a mom.
People say that parenting is the best job in the world, and it certainly is rewarding. However, it's also relentless and all-consuming, so when I socialize with my girlfriends these days, I like to talk about something other than the kids. Put simply, I enjoy having a temporary escape from reality.