I guess I am thinking less about work hours, and more about how we don’t spend time hand washing dishes, going over that same spot on the rug with a shitty vacuum, cut grass with scythe, wash clothes with a bin and wringer, walk to work, etc.
Our modern conveniences have freed up a lot of time. Of course some of us have become slaves to them to a degree, such as checking email at 9pm. But then again they also allow us to do things like screw off on BB instead of working.
Your point that more workers are taking on more responsibilities at some jobs is well taken. I personally work OT on a regular basis, but I still have a lot of free time I completely squander. I just did my taxes and wonder how the hell I am so poor but on paper I am not doing so bad. I think I need to address 1) making sure my time is better spent and 2) making sure my money is better spent.
