To Work or Not to Work

Before Jacob was born I fully intended to go back to work and bring him with me. Working at a maternity home where babies are part of the environment definitely has it's perks. I figured I could work and continue with my "profession" and still be a mom at least until Jacob was running around or too distracting . . .

Then Jacob was born, and I fell in love with his little smiles, giggles, wiggles and being his mommy. What was I to do? I made a commitment to come back, loved my job prior to Jacob and I didn't want to loose ground in the working world. Problem was that my heart was at home and with taking care of my husband and son.

A couple of weeks before my intended start day at work, my boss approached me and gave me an 'out' if I wanted to take it. She validated my feelings and let me know it was fine if I remained at home with Jacob, but asked if I would help in the training and hiring of the new Admin. I said yes and that I after I had a replacement, I would come in once a week and do the bookkeeping.

Well, this is my 2nd week at work. I do love it, and I do love that I can bring Jacob with me and that everyone gets to goo and gaa at how cute he is. I love interacting with adults and the ministry I get to be apart of. But, even though the little guy sits in his bouncer right next to me (next to the printer as well), i feel like I don't get to spend much time with him. I miss him. I miss having time to get the laundry done and not have piles when Isaac comes home. I miss seeing girlfriends during the day. I miss having tummy time with Jacob. It is only for a season, a month or two at the most.

So, how do we women choose? How do we honor God, our husbands and our children? For each woman it is different. For me, I choose my husband and child over work, they are currently my calling. What will you choose when you get the chance? If you aren't married, and you wish to stay home with kids someday, make sure you find a man who supports that.

Quite the blog post for me . . . if anyone is interested in a job as an Executive Assistant at Saint Child in Hillsboro, check out our website and you will find the job description and application. www.saintchild.org