[dirkdeman]

Same here, 32, two kids, wife, mortgage, foodie (although that's not my occupation. Strange. There's a lot of foodies round here...).

I code in the nighttime when the kids (and wife) are asleep. For some reason, the progress I see actually gives me energy, it's the drag of going to work everyday that saps it. I'm lucky to have a wife that supports me in my ideas, I think it's paramount to discuss everything you do to her.

As of October 1, I lost my job due to the economy. This creates a lot of stress, but fortunately I get a reasonable severance pay from the government (I'm dutch). Although money is goint to be a bit tighter than we're used to, it could actually prove to be a blessing since I'll have a lot more time on my hands.