How many mothers out there actually are working their dream jobs (not including celebrities)? How many are not? Does it actually matter what we do as a job? I mean as long as we’re taking care of the kids and paying the bills right?
Well in my opinion, IT DOES MATTER!
I think the job is the second home and where you spend probably more time than you actually spend time w/ your kids. So why settle for anything less than what you REALLY want to do? I know it’s easier said than done but many jobs we want, may not pay enough, or require a higher education. That may be something we’ve put off to just flip a burger or two to keep up w/ the bills. I mean there are always options for mothers to go back to school to get that degree, but time is money. LOL
Im not saying these things are always an issue w/ mommies but they do come to mind. I know for a fact for me, I am at a standstill in my life and wondering do I really want to be in the healthcare field for the rest of my life. I’ve only done the behind the scenes (call center) for a while and right now I am tired of being on the phone. (that’s probably why I’d rather text family and friends versus calling them)
I see myself being in the front office of somewhere, checking people in. but I haven’t really applied myself in those positions yet.
WHY? Well there’s a lot into why I haven’t moved around so quickly into something I want to do and think I’ll enjoy more.
- Time
- Comfort
- Attendance
- Location
- Pay
- Longevity
- Lack of Confidence
All these play a key role into why I have stuck it out and complained about my current role lol. I’ve got comfortable w/ my hours, staff and my supervisor who is real cool when it comes to me having to leave early due to my mommy duties. As well as finding another job is A JOB in itself. I get paid pretty decent compared to previous companies doing the same thing, but I know I WANT MORE.
I know at the right time doors will open for me, but I also know if I want something I have to go after it. As of May 1st l, I've been at my current job for 1 whole year (seems like forever) and I'm like what's next.
I could be some mothers I know and get another part time job, but who wants to spend all their life into working and not much time with their kids?? I've been there and done that and I told myself I don't wanna live my life like that as a single parent.
But anyways, hopefully something will pop into my brain of mine and see what other options are for me.
It's very tiring to wake up and dreading to go to work and having the feeling of just wanting to walk out. BUT HEY, I GOTTA KEEP GOING.
