“We started planning for it in February,” writes Alexandra Frost. “We have spreadsheets and camp fliers, calendars, and costs broken down by each of our five kids, ages 1 to 9. And yet, it still arrived in a flurry and still landed mostly on me, the mom. As someone otherwise very proud of society's evolution to a more equitable division of the ‘invisible load,’ I've noticed that it all seems to go out the window when warm weather and summer break arrive. Why, when I look at the drop-off line for summer camp, is it still mostly moms?” It’s a great question, and honestly, the piece will at least help you feel less alone, if you find yourself in this situation. — Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor |