:-(

[Mr and Mrs luvpie]

I'm sad, having quit work last week, I had another job lined up but was having to wait for my CRB and POVA checks to come through, so was looking forward to being a full time mum for a while, I've just got a call saying that I start next week.

I was looking forward to having at least a month off, and had really enjoyed my week at home, I know, especially at this time, I shouldn't be sad at getting back into employment so quickly but I am.

I suppose I also shouldn't complain too much as I'm only going to be working 6/7 shifts a month, but it's still not the same

Sarahx

[Thomzo]

I know the feeling. I was really looking forward to 2-3 months off work. Then a friend asked if I wanted to take on another contract. I'm really torn. I'd love the time off but can I afford to turn the contract down and possibly offend a friend? She's gone away to find out more details. I just hope that there is some technicality which would allow me to say I'm not suitable for the role.

Cheers
Zoe

[JulieSherris]

I can totally empathise with you both here... I've not worked for the last 4 years & to begin with, hubby said it would be good for me to have the time at home with the family & give my eldest support & help with Leah.... sounded good to me!

Anyway, while we weren't exactly flush with cash, it was nice to enjoy the time spent with family, friends, neighbours etc.
Nowadays I'm still a stay at home missus, a lot busier, but I'd dread having to return to work.... and living by the clock

Enjoy the time off that you have - it's very precious!

[Rosendula]

I'm also one of the lucky few who can stay at home and look after Katie and be Ish, and boy do I appreciate it! OH doesn't have the most fantastic health in the world, so there may come a day where we have to swap roles, with him staying at home to look after Katie (but probably not being Ish, more likely playing darts or VampWars or something), with me earning the rent and council tax money, plus more money to buy the stuff I would have otherwise being making. The thought of it fills me with dread.

Best of luck, and remember to enjoy the time you do get at home - don't let yourself get bogged down with housework like I used to. It's vital that you spend good quality time with yourself (!) and your family.