A huge chapter of my life ended on Friday.I started my job working as an administrative assistant for The Mount Vernon Company in February of 2005. Throughout the last five+ years my job has transitioned multiple times and eventually turned in to me working as assistant controller for the last few years. I was even blessed enough to continue working for my company when Collin and I chose to move out to California. My bosses set me up remotely with a laptop and a blackberry, and I have been working out of our home on the west coast for the last year.
When Collin and I found out we were going to have a baby, we spent months and months praying and discussing what the best work scenario would be for our new family unit. We originally decided that I should continue working since I am able to work from home, but after a while that decision did not sit well with either one of us, so a change of plans was made. We looked closely at our budget, and decided that while it will be a somewhat risky and scary decision, our hearts' desire is for our family to come first and for us that means that I will be a full-time stay-at-home-mom so that I can focus 100% on Laila and our future children and give them all the love and attention that I possibly can.
This post is somewhat of an announcement as we haven't shared this news with many people yet. But, we're excited about our decision and confident that God will provide for our needs as long as we trust in Him wholeheartedly and make intelligent financial decisions. It is bittersweet to see such a big chapter of my life ending but I'm so excited about what the next chapter holds. I got some of the nicest notes from co-workers and associates when I shared the news I was leaving. People were so supportive of my choice to stay at home and many of them shared how being a parent is the best thing that has ever happened to them and it's the hardest job I'll ever love. It was very reassuring that we're making the right choice for us.
So, starting today I am unemployed/retired. Ahh! I will be starting my new "career" as a Mom any day now and can't wait for that chapter of life to begin. I know it's going to be a job that is a lot harder than the one I've been doing for the last 5+ years, but so much more worthwhile. In the meantime, I will be resting, getting through the last minute to-do lists, going for long walks, and anxiously awaiting my sweet little girl's arrival.
When Collin and I found out we were going to have a baby, we spent months and months praying and discussing what the best work scenario would be for our new family unit. We originally decided that I should continue working since I am able to work from home, but after a while that decision did not sit well with either one of us, so a change of plans was made. We looked closely at our budget, and decided that while it will be a somewhat risky and scary decision, our hearts' desire is for our family to come first and for us that means that I will be a full-time stay-at-home-mom so that I can focus 100% on Laila and our future children and give them all the love and attention that I possibly can.
This post is somewhat of an announcement as we haven't shared this news with many people yet. But, we're excited about our decision and confident that God will provide for our needs as long as we trust in Him wholeheartedly and make intelligent financial decisions. It is bittersweet to see such a big chapter of my life ending but I'm so excited about what the next chapter holds. I got some of the nicest notes from co-workers and associates when I shared the news I was leaving. People were so supportive of my choice to stay at home and many of them shared how being a parent is the best thing that has ever happened to them and it's the hardest job I'll ever love. It was very reassuring that we're making the right choice for us.
So, starting today I am unemployed/retired. Ahh! I will be starting my new "career" as a Mom any day now and can't wait for that chapter of life to begin. I know it's going to be a job that is a lot harder than the one I've been doing for the last 5+ years, but so much more worthwhile. In the meantime, I will be resting, getting through the last minute to-do lists, going for long walks, and anxiously awaiting my sweet little girl's arrival.
4 comments:
Good choice. My personal goal too someday!
least rewarding and most rewarding job all at the same time - so happy for you!
Laila will enjoy having her mom spoil her and have all the attention she needs. Mom needs the time also. We are so waiting to hear al about our new baby girl.
wow, heather! i am so happy for you. i remember back to our days living together at water street where we talked about the future and your desire to be a stay-at-home mom one day. now it is all coming true :)
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