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The article reports on the results of Smart Mom Council's work/life survey of the effect of flexibility on working mothers, sponsored by Eli Lilly and Co. According to the survey, 51 percent of respondents believed that their companies' work/life benefits suited their needs. The survey also showed that 71 percent of working mothers want to have better flexible options. The survey concludes that flextime remains a work in progress.

The article presents the 2006 Working Mothers of the Year winners in the U.S. Actress and activist Susan Sarandon prioritized her family over her career. Sharon McDonough, the first female battalion chief of the Arizona Fire Department, excel in a job dominated by men. The co-founder and medical director of the Progeria Research Foundation, Leslie Gordon, conducted a study to cure her son who has progeria.

The article announces awards given to working mothers in the U.S. The Entrepreneur Mom Awards were given to Nanette De Cillis, founder of Artscetera in Brooklyn, New York, Allison Karl O'Kelly, founder of the Mom Corps in Atlanta, Georgia and Lucinda Yates, creator of Designs by Lucinda in Portland, Maine.

Provides tips on how working mothers in the U.S. can sift through their commitments and make more room for fun and romance. Limitation of family activities; Suggestion to streamline shopping; Organization of a mini date with the husband.

Reports on the growth of friendships among women coworkers in the United States who come from different cultural and racial backgrounds. Exposure of workers to various customs, beliefs and styles; Girl talk about families and careers; Bonding of women of all ethnicities through common grounds, such as motherhood and beauty secrets.

Features the winners of the 2005 Raising a Ruckus Award in the U.S. Basis for granting the award; Biographic profile and career background of the recipients; Programs and activities launched.

Offers advice to working mothers on activities to share with their children during summer season. Nature hunting; Visiting art galleries; Organizing a neighborhood band; Creating a secret backyard hideaway.