The Dillon Herald is seeking personal essays of 500 words or less from our readers for possible publication in one of our publications-The Dillon Herald, The Dillon County Shopper or our website. If your submission is chosen, we will choose the place of publication based on space availability. This month is National Work and Family Month. Our question is: How do you balance work and family? E-mail your essay and your photo to bfinklea@thedillonherald.com. Submissions will be accepted through Oct. 19.