Today's business travelers juggle demanding jobs with the joys of home life. Most are married, and almost half have children. Without doubt, these travelers are missing special moments at home. Many are looking for advice on how to keep in touch. While on the road. Here are some tips:

For people on the road, inform the family and friends of your trip as far in advance as possible. This will prevent the possible extensive rescheduling. Don't forget to thanks your spouse or significant other for taking on extra responsibilities while you're gone. Send flowers -- to say, "I miss [1] you" to a spouse or "Sorry I'm missing [2] your dinner party" to friends. It's as easy as picking up the phone and calling the concierge for the name of a local flower shop.

During longer trips, send a postcard to the kids. Include interesting facts about the city you are in. Kids will start a collection. To help the kids keep track of your travels, hang a map and have the kids mark the places you have been to.

Don't forget keeping your calendar-updated [3] with the birthdays of family and friends. Send a note, flowers or a gift to make up for your absence. Or ask the people in local flower shop to remind you about key dates. Once home, make an extra effort to contribute [4] to chores and household responsibilities.