"So you take care of the household, AND...?"
Good question. I do have "free time" and spend most of it pursuing work related activities. While living in Norway I was a substitute teacher at Oslo International School. My tenure evolved from filling in a few lessons a week to obtaining a regular teaching position. In the interim I completed numerous long-term positions, chaperoned week-long class trips, started a photo club and coached floor ball. French schools do not utilize substitute teachers so my services in that capacity are not required although I do volunteer in the school library. I have taken on a weekly session of teaching English to adults through one of the local associations.
I also like to pursue my passions and interests. First and foremost is spending time with my family. Participating in physical activity is something we like to do as a family. Photography remains a hobby. I have become a writer composing reviews on TripAdvisor (in the top 5% of my town), and writing this blog. After our move to France I take up to three French lessons a week. Even though it is one of my "duties" I have taken an interest in cooking. I volunteer to help out with the church we attend.
In short my free time is directed toward what I need to take care of and then pursue what is available or of interest to me. While the actual activities may change the rationale is similar to what I did back in Texas.
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