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Re: going back to work
Just saw Lauren's question about me going back to work... as of 2 weeks ago, I am officially a SAHM. I was going back and forth with my company about working part time from home, but it's not going to work out. They may send some special projects my way here and there, which would be great, but we'll see.
The selfish part of me was really wanting to work some, just to have the extra income, but honestly, when I read the email from my boss saying it wasn't in the cards, I was so relieved! Everday I would stress about how I was going to care for James and work at the same time (especially because James still isn't on a good nap schedule, nor is he sleeping through the night), but knowing I didn't have to worry about it anymore was such a relief. I honestly feel like I am a better mom now, knowing that my only responsibility is raising my son (that is not in any way meant to sound like working moms are not good moms; I was constantly speculating how I was going to make it work, and when I didn't have to think about it anymore, I was able to chill about and enjoy James more).
I love being home. It's certainly not easy, nor is it all fun and games (and my DVR is fuller than ever haha), but I love the freedom and flexibility that comes with it. I can get things done during the week instead of being busy with stuff on the weekends, I am able to go have lunch with my parents often (and they love seeing James all of the time), etc. :-)
Re: Re: going back to work
Glad it worked out for you to stay at home. Maybe down the road you can pick up something to do at home once he is a little older if that is something you want to do.
I am hoping and praying that in about a year I can stay at home or at least go part-time, but we will see.
oh, ok. i knew sah was the original plan a long time ago, so I was surprised when you mentioned possibly going back. I can totally understand wanting to earn some income. It's been hard for me being part time. I want to get a 2nd job a lot b/c I feel like i'm not pulling my weight. But I know it's beneficial for me to be able to take care of the house, laundry, errands, etc on my off days so dh and I can do what we want on the weekends. I can only imagine how much more there is to do when there's a kiddo!
So happy you're able to make it work and don't have that stress anymore. James is adorable!