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Karla Simmons encountered some harsh criticism while flying with her kids, and here’s how she handled it.
For those fortunate enough, your little ones might sleep through the takeoff and even the turbulence. But at some point during any flight, the inevitable happens: your kids wake up. And when they do, those tiny humans demand crackers, crayons, screens, and snacks, leading you to contemplate selling your left kidney just to maintain your dignity in the air. After all, private planes were invented for those who can’t stand the sounds of toddlers.
“I have a toddler and a baby, who’s nine months old. Yesterday, I was on a plane with both of them after waking up at 4 AM. The woman behind my husband commented when my daughter was just trying to entertain my baby, saying, ‘Is that absolutely necessary?’” Karla recalls. “My husband responded, ‘Well, there are plenty of things that three-year-olds do that aren’t absolutely necessary.’”
Known for her role as the sharp and cunning Laurel Castillo on ABC’s How to Get Away with Murder, in reality, Simmons is just a mom of two who fiercely protects her children. She’s still fuming over the incident. Traveling with children can be chaotic even under the best circumstances, and the addition of a pandemic, isolation, and mask regulations only complicates things further. All she hoped for was a little empathy from fellow travelers—something she found lacking during her flight.
“Out came my mama bear. I confronted her, which I don’t recommend anyone do. I said, ‘Is it absolutely necessary to dye your hair black and wear those ugly boots?’ I shouldn’t have said that,” she admits.
But maybe she should have. Simmons is also starring in the ABC sitcom Home Economics, which airs Wednesdays and follows three siblings with different financial situations. In the show, she plays the wife of a struggling writer, played by Topher Grace, and she doesn’t shy away from discussing the challenges of motherhood. She’s excited to be in a comedy after spending years in drama alongside Viola Davis.
“I initially didn’t want to return to TV, but when I read the script and learned that my character would talk about motherhood and pumping, I was intrigued. I discuss things like clogged milk ducts and the realities of motherhood, and that’s what made it fun,” she shares.
While pregnant with her son, Simmons faced hurdles in auditioning for roles, as many productions were not prepared to accommodate her pregnancy. Fortunately, the creators of her current show were more than willing to weave her experiences into the storyline.
During COVID, she learned to appreciate the power of a quick nap, often catching some rest between takes. “At first, I was overdoing it—cleaning and being the educator while also bouncing on the trampoline. By the second week, I was feeling overwhelmed. Before COVID, I was strictly a no-screens mom, but that quickly changed. At least I let them watch Dory and Moana in Spanish!” she laughs. “Family walks helped, and Brene Brown’s podcasts were a lifesaver.”
While Simmons’ show is a comedy, it does touch on serious issues like income disparity, albeit in a lighthearted manner. “It shows siblings facing financial struggles, but it’s not a deep dive into economic challenges. It’s a comedic take on life,” she explains.
Simmons hopes the show will inspire women to discuss personal finance openly. According to a 2019 study by Allianz Life Insurance Company, a significant number of women still feel financially insecure and are less likely to be the primary earners in their households. “I come from a family that discussed money openly, while my husband’s family avoided it. I never understood why it’s such a taboo subject,” she says.
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Summary
Karla Simmons faced criticism while flying with her young children, highlighting the challenges of traveling with kids. She humorously recounted her experience and discussed her new sitcom, which touches on motherhood and financial discussions among women. The conversation reflects broader issues of income disparity and personal finance in a light-hearted context.