I Don't Want a Job

Only after I went to a job interview did I realize how much I don't want to go back to work. I only went because the position sounded interesting, there was a chance that they'd pay me want I'd ask for, and it was very close to home. So I figured I'd at least go in and learn a little more and see if it's something that may work out. After the interview, I was all worried that they'd call me back. Don't get me wrong, in another time in my life, I'd probably take the position and accept the pay they were offering. But right now, with young kids and coaching softball, it doesn't really fit in. If they offered me the position, I would have had a tough decision to make. Do I handle the extra stress (finding good child care, arranging for drop off and pick up of the kids at day care, school, softball, etc) in exchange for the extra money it would provide each month? It was either that or tell them that I'm declining their generous offer (what I asked for was a bit higher than what they'd normally pay). That would be kind of awkward too.

I was actually quite relieved that they didn't call me back to offer me the position. I think they did like me, but were concerned about scheduling (I told them I'd have to leave early sometimes for softball) and I think maybe they didn't really want to pay more than what they budgeted (their loss IMHO - LOL). I really don't want to go back to work. Financially it may be a bit challenging right now, but we're working on debt (getting rid of that would help significantly) AND I'm getting back on track with my business.

Anyway - the COOLEST thing was that when I was talking to DH about it the other night he told me, "I don't want you to go back to work anyway." I've always been the one telling him that it's better for me to be home, but at this point, with 4 kids, 2 cars, a bunch of dogs, and a mortgage, I thought maybe he wanted more help bringing in the bacon. But he clearly understands the added stress on me and on the kids and on the family in general with scheduling, housework, and everything else if I go back to work. He said that unless I'm 100% sure that I want to work again, don't go back. Until that time comes (if it ever comes) he said to stay home. I am so very thankful for support from my husband in this area because I know there are a lot of women who don't quite get that backing.