Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Are You Going To Find A Job?

I have lost track of how many people have asked me this since announcing our move. 

Um, yes.  I didn't know NOT finding a job was an option!!!  We have $58k in debt, adding to it because of the move.  Taking a pay cut due to losing locality pay and night differential.   How does any of this equate to me NOT working?

Even in a scenario where we were doubling our salary and could pay everything off in a matter of months....I don't think I would be happy at home full time.  I was a full time stay at home mom when the kids were born until Kindergarten.  At that age, I was always busy, and honestly I don't think I did a great job with the non-kid stuff.  Not the way I thought I should have at least.  Now the kids are bigger, and in school all day.  I could have the day to myself....but eventually I think I be unhappy.

Oh, I do fantasize about having an impeccably clean house, clearing everything off of the DVR, being able to do craft projects all day.  But eventually....I think I would miss working.  I could volunteer....and I know how much WORK volunteering is! 

But the bottom line is that we NEED my salary.  I am really hoping that I can find something that will give me the mental stimulation along with the financial compensation that I deserve.  I can't really apply yet....I don't know when we are moving.  As soon as I do....then the resumes will be out in full force.

I am still struggling with what to apply for.  Super fantastic Jill of all Trades doesn't yield many results on Career Builder! 

6 comments:

  1. Hopefully something in your field of education will come along. It would make paying your student loan off more bearable :)

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    1. I know I won't be teaching...but something I'm education is possible.

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  2. I'm in the same boat, looking looking lol

    Don't you have a masters in something?? we start people with MS degrees at 75!

    HS

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    1. Yep...I have a M.Ed.....Masters of Education. Want my resume? I have no idea what you do...but I can telecommute to TX! Lol

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  3. It never occurred to me you'd not look for work. But I figured you'd probably wait until you were there and settled to make it easier.

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    1. Would rather wait but since it will probably take time...so I need to start early.

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