I don’t work a five-day week as a rule, and I’ve managed to fill that time up. It hasn’t been that hard. I volunteer at school. I’m working because I love it. Yet, I don’t not envy women who have a stay-at-home job, because you miss stuff.
Meaning of the quote
This quote is about how Deidre Hall, an American actress, doesn't work a full five-day week. Instead, she fills her time with other activities like volunteering at school. She enjoys her work and doesn't envy women who have stay-at-home jobs, because she believes they miss out on things. The key message is that Deidre has found a balance in her life by not working a traditional full-time schedule, and she's content with her choices.
About Deidre Hall
Deidre Hall is an American actress and model best known for her long-running role as Marlena Evans on the soap opera Days of Our Lives. She has won numerous awards, including multiple Soapy and Soap Opera Digest Awards, for her portrayal of the character over the past 45 years.
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