Should Parents go to Work on Children's Day?

On the morning of May 27, Sarah wakes up to the excited chatter of her children, James and Amanda, who are eagerly anticipating the activities planned for Children’s Day. As they discuss the fun-filled day ahead, Sarah’s phone buzzes with a reminder of her 9 a.m. meeting. She feels a pang of guilt at the thought of missing out on this special day with her kids. While Children’s Day is dedicated to celebrating the joy and innocence of childhood, Sarah wonders if parents should really have to choose between their work responsibilities and spending quality time with their children on such an important day.

As Sarah rushes to get ready for work, she sees the disappointment in James and Amanda’s eyes, making her question the priorities set by society. Shouldn’t parents be given the opportunity to participate fully in the festivities and create cherished memories with their children? This internal conflict raises a crucial question: Should parents go to work on Children’s Day, or should it be a day off for families to bond and celebrate together?

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100% this.

I learned today that in the UK, everyone’s given a public holiday. And that makes sense.

When a society that gives public holiday for all religious festivities under the sun refuse to allow parents go celebrate with their children, it says a lot where their values lie.

Parents are supposed to take the kids out, have fun with them, create memories with them. How can that happen if they’re working?

I think it’s terrible that parents have to work on children’s day.

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