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Wouldn't it be wonderful to be able to think on your feet like that. I'm afraid over the years I have thought of some fantastic replies in all sorts of situations but always long after the moment has passed. Vivienne

i will June :-))

Thank You June you make me feel very important now Davex

Karen, You must really remember that and write in a speech for her wedding,lol June (Senior Research Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations)

Hi June, Brilliant!! I have put it into letters 'R.A.I.T.F.O.C.D.A.H.R' what do you think? Not many of us have that many letters after their name hey! lol Margaret, R.A.I.T.F.O.C.D.A.H.R

Dave, You are The Treasurer, the holder of the purse strings and absolute final word on all matters. (Well thats what we let you think.) June (Senior Research Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations)

Daisy, Yes use it to spread a few smiles. June (Senior Research Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations)

Marvellous June! Shall use it from now on if you don't mind? Daisy

Hi June very true and what catogary do us Dad's come in ? Dx

fabulous June :-))) i was doing my 8yr old brekkie this morning when she said to me'i hope i'm a mum when i grow up,its hard work though isn't it mummy?' that brought a smile to my face when she then came out with ' but i don't know if i will be a mum because you have no knickers on when you have a baby ugh'

June, this is wonderful and so right!!! Jacquie Research Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations. with a view to elevation to Senior Research Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations in the not too distant future.

A woman named Emily renewing her driver's license at the Transport office was asked by the clerk to state her occupation. She hesitated, uncertain how to classify herself. 'What I mean is,' explained the clerk, 'do you have a job, or are you just a .? 'Of course I have a job,' snapped Emily. 'I'm a Mum.' 'We don't list 'Mum' as an occupation...... 'housewife' covers it,' said the clerk emphatically.......................................... I forgot all about her story until one day I found myself in the same situation, this time at our local police station. The Clerk was obviously a career woman, poised, efficient, and possessed of a high sounding title like, 'Official Interrogator' or 'Town Registrar.' 'What is your occupation?' she probed. What made me say it, I do not know... The words simply popped out. 'I'm a Research Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations.' The clerk paused, pen frozen in midair, and looked up as though she had not heard right. I repeated the title slowly, emphasizing the most significant words. Then I stared with wonder as my pronouncement was written in bold, black ink on the official questionnaire! 'Might I ask,' said the clerk with new interest, 'just what you do in your field?' Coolly, without any trace of fluster in my voice, I heard myself reply, 'I have a continuing programme of research, (what mother doesn't), in the laboratory and in the field, (normally I would have said indoors and out). I'm working for my Masters, (the whole bloody family), and already have four credits, (all daughters). Of course, the job is one of the most demanding in the humanities, (any mother care to disagree.?) and I often work 14 hours a day, (24 is more like it). But the job is more challenging than most run-of-the-mill careers and the rewards are more of a satisfaction rather than just money.' There was an increasing note of respect in the girl's voice as she completed the form, stood up, and personally ushered me to the door. When I got home, buoyed up by my glamorous new career, I was greeted by my lab assistants -- ages 10, 7, and 3. Upstairs, I could hear our new experimental model, (a 6 month old baby), in the child-development programme, testing out a new vocal pattern. I felt I had triumphed over bureaucracy! And I had gone on the official records as someone more distinguished and indispensable to mankind than 'just another Mum.' Motherhood.....What a glorious career! Especially when there's a title on the door. Does this make grandmothers 'Senior Research Associates in the field of Child Development and Human Relations' , and great grandmothers 'Executive Senior Research Associates'??? I think so!!! I also think it makes Aunts 'Associate Research Assistants'. Please send this to another Mum, Grandmother, Aunt, and other friends you know. Author unknown..................but very smart ............................................................................. June (Senior Research Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations)