Well, I've been waiting for this to happen... my boss got promoted a few months ago and they finally announced the position opening last week. Dick's company has been struggling with getting enough work to pay everyone (for various reasons) so, it would be smart for me to get a full-time, secure gov't job - my boss' old job. It's a great opportunity and a few years ago I would have REALLY wanted it. But... it's full-time and it's a lot of stress. And there's a lot of baggage associated with it (history with the people I would be supervising.) So, I really don't want this job.
But, financially, it's the smart thing to do. If something changes with Dick's job, I can always turn it down if they offer it to me. The thing is, I'm pretty sure they'll offer it to this other guy. But I still feel like I need to at least apply and interview - as stressful as that will be. :-(
I really would rather work part time and have more time with the kids. It hurts to think about leaving them all day every day.
In the meantime, I'll be working on my application over the next week.
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I hate those kind of decisions where the financial choice doesn't match the heart choice. I hope it all works out well.
ReplyDeleteWhat a decision!! In these days a job is a job. Is there any jeopary of your part time job with a new boss? In the whole picture you have to remember that financial security really does make for a happy household over being home all the time and struggling to make ends meet. What a choice?! I was home for a total of 12 years when the kids were young and it really was becoming a struggle trying to balance everything. I'm thankful I found a job I'm comfortable with and it's steady. Been at this place 22 years - guess it's not bad lol. They are trying to make cutbacks though - offering buyouts. Hope I get to leave on my own accord in a few years. I'll pray for you as you make your decision.
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