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I have been blessed and lucky to have been able to work part-time since 2004. There was a very brief period that I worked full-time and that was August 2007 to December 2008 but that time period included a 5-month maternity leave.
When Kyle was born in August 2003 I knew that I wanted to go part-time when I returned to work. I talked to my supervisor about this and she agreed. Unfortunately while I was out on maternity leave, she moved on to another project and for a while, it looked like I might not have anything to come back to that was part-time.
I initially thought I would be part-time for 2 years but I loved being part-time and spending the extra time with my son. By being part-time I was able to join some local MOMS Clubs and join MOPS. Not all moms can afford to be part-time and may not even have that option at their work so I feel very fortunate and blessed to have been able to do this for so long.
My former company is a very family friendly company and I was even promoted twice while being part-time. Now I am embarking on a new chapter in my life on Monday. I will be working for a new company, supporting a new client, and will be in a brand new location. I am very excited about this new opportunity in my career but also a little sad as my days at home wind down. I will most definitely miss my 4 days weekends and spending that extra time with my kids and hubby.
But it is necessary. We have higher bills now and we need a newer car plus we have some home improvement that needs to be done. All this costs money and we really can’t afford all this on a part-time salary. However, I was able to support a family of 4 on my part-time salary for 4 years!! But that was when we lived on the mountain and bills were lower. The trade-off to that was my horrible commute.
Its great you were able to be part time for a long time. I hope you love your new job and home 
I’ve almost always worked part time too. That way I have time to be involved in the community and help out my kids and neighobrs when they need it. It means my standard of living is a lot lower than it would be if I worked full-time, but the trade offs are worth it.
Diane, I hope you‘re new job is absolutely FABULOUS!
@ Tuliplady - I didn’t have a whole lot of money while part-time but I was definitely happy! Money doesn’t guarantee happiness anyways. I agree with you ....the trade-offs are worth it.
Diane
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I am so happy for you, Diane, that everything has fallen into place. I worked full-time for years, then part-time and hopefully part-time again in the near future. The time I was able to spend with our son is priceless. Just wish times were not so tough on moms these days!
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