I don’t have kids. I wish I did, but just haven’t gotten to that part of life yet. It seems like all the bosses that I’ve ever had make special exceptions and rules for people with kids that I’m not given. I have no problem with these exceptions. Family is more important than work and they should be the norm.
But, for example, if a co-worker has to pick up kids from school, take them to the doctor, or attend one of their games/recitals – they are always out-the-door when they need to be. It is understood that is a priority for them.
However, those same exceptions aren’t given to me. Oh, you’re volunteering tonight? You’re attending a class tonight? You have a date tonight? Sorry, man, this has got to be done right now. Ugh.