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Tigger · Posted: October 13 2006, 11:04 AM Post subject: I just resigned

Ok, I just sent off my resignation. It was easier to do than I thought it would be but I still feel really strange. I worked so hard to get where I was. Driving suburban buses is a shift based job and I finally got to where I could choose my own shift and now I am quitting. Of course I haven't actually worked since I found out I was pregnant with Talitha so I have been on leave without pay (except for my maternity payout) for approximately 18 months.

I really miss the job too. It was the best job I have ever had Crying or Very sad

I actually feel kind of guilty but I would feel a lot worse if I had to leave Talitha and go to work. I couldn't do it.

*sigh* I am not good with mixed emotions.....

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Mum to Nikki (19 Jul 89), Stefanie (3 Sep 96), Joel [18 June 98] and Talitha (DS) (18 Nov 05) AVSD/PDA repaired 23 March 06

"I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well." Psalm 139:14

helandy.cop · Posted: October 13 2006, 11:21 AM Post subject:

Brave decision! Even though you've got that big mix of emotions, it won't be forever - unless you choose it to be!!!
I admire anyone who can be a SAHM - hope you enjoy itl.

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Mum to Rachael Kinza (25/07/01), Matthew Isaac DS (14/06/03) and Hannah Cerys (14/06/05) - my gorgeous children! :p

momtofourgirls · Posted: October 13 2006, 12:54 PM Post subject:

It must feel good to have a definite answer. Not wondering if maybe you'll go back. I'm glad you liked your job- have fun with your new one... full time mommy of many beautiful little ones Very Happy

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Kari
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Kiersten 12 yrs.
Madison 10 yrs.
Hannah 7 1/2 yrs.
& Sadie(DS) 2 yrs. (6/17/04)

Laurieannie · Posted: October 13 2006, 2:43 PM Post subject:

Karyn, just keep this thought in your head

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I would feel a lot worse if I had to leave Talitha and go to work. I couldn't do it.

Now that you've made the decision to quit and acted on it, you'll soon resolve those mixed feelings Smile

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mom to Kate-22, Micah-5 and Reuben(ds)4/21/04

If you treat an individual as he is, he will stay as he is; but if you treat him as if he were what he ought to be and could be, he will become what he ought to be and could be. ~Goethe

Yailet · Posted: October 13 2006, 3:01 PM Post subject:

I'm so proud of you, I'm sure it was a tough decision, but I'm sure thalita is going to benefit from it, I wish I could find the courage and do the same, maybe you will inspire me.

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JenBrock'sMom · Posted: October 13 2006, 5:27 PM Post subject:

Karyn - hugs to you for making a tough decision. I think that is party of being a mom - mixed emotions and making decisions to benefit our kids.

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Brock 7/28/05

bonniepd · Posted: October 14 2006, 9:32 AM Post subject:

I completely know how you feel! I really miss my work too since I quite in June. I even find that I dream about my old job too. Now I am home with a small daycare. Don't get me wrong I love to be home with Anthony but their is still a part of me that would love to be back to work. Then on the flip side I think it is best that I am home for all three boys so what can a mom do? I just figure when Anthony goes off to 1st grade I will find a different job perhaps with the schools. Here in MN we have support groups for stay at home moms sometimes that helps. Is there any in your area?

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