There are a growing number of people who actually prefer doing business by email. Ask and you may find that the people you need to talk to would really prefer to see it in writing. But the peace of mind you get from an uninterrupted phone call is probably worth the hassle. My wife plans a week's worth of activities that our daughter can do alone and sets one out each morning. Clay, bead stringing, collages and paper dolls are some good possibilities.
Older kids can stuff and stamp envelopes or even answer the phone.
Jobs will help keep your kids occupied, plus it will give them a feeling that they're contributing. Keep a couple of special snacks or activities right next to your phone. These can be invaluable when all else fails in the middle of those important phone calls. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy .