Jane and Michael are not different from any other modern couple. They are facing one of the most common problems; family responsibility or career. Jane wants to pursue a career that she went to college for, but Michael believes their three year old twin girls are not ready to be without their mother most of the day. Even though, they have their own arguments the girls are the most important in this discussion. So they should consider both sides’ arguments, in order to come up with a final decision that will make the whole family happy.
Jane’s first argument is about her career. She believes being out of the job market for too long and not being up dated with her professional will not help her to get a good job. Plus, Jane thinks she will spend at least more thirty years working, so she wants to find the best job available. Jane even found a convenient and affordable daycare center for the girls. However, a very important argument is that Jane believes she is not being a good mother because psychologically she needs to be around adults. As a result, she is often impatient and very strict with the girls.
Michael’s strongest argument is the girls are too young to be left all day in a daycare. He believes is Jane’s responsibility to be with the children at home until they reach the age to go to a fulltime school. Even though, is not a strong argument as Jane’s; Michael cannot understand why she wants to get out of the house because going to work every day can be boring too. In addition, he thinks the extra money Jane would be bringing home is not necessary; although he agrees it would be nice.
I believe Jane has stronger arguments because they are better supported with examples. However, Michael’s point of view about the girl’s age is also valid; something that Jane doesn’t mention. I can see both of them love their children and they are trying to keep the family together and happy, but
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