Workin' Girl

Today felt momentous to me. I had Somewhere To Be. All day. And I had to wear pants. And shoes. And no kids were allowed.

The College Readiness Program that I've done a little work for in the past just became a more regular gig - I get to go into the office two days a week now!

It's been a whirlwind of phone calls, emails, meetings, and weighing options as I figure out how to keep my Two happy, healthy, and safe while I'm working, but I think I have a pretty good situation figured out. My god-daughter, Eva, will be coming to spend those days at our house and her Momma and I will split the cost of the babysitter.

Here is what I learned on my first day back to the working world:

1. I love commuting on the train because it kills two birds with one stone: precious, quiet, uninterrupted reading time WHILE moving from point A to point B. 
2. I need more socks that are not meant to wear in running shoes.
3. When I stare at a computer screen all day, I feel like a zombie. 
4. Ironically, working makes me cheaper - at Target I keep thinking, "Man, that's an HOUR of working just for one little shirt!" and then I put it back on the rack.
5. The afternoon minutes creep slowly by whether you're sitting in an office or refereeing a tiny wrestling match.
6. My kids are way more fun than an office job. 

As happy as I am to bring in a little income, to have a little structure in my week, to have some grown up time, to contribute to a cause outside my home and family, to use a bit of my education... just one day of working made me thankful for all my precious days at home. This is why I needed a little time out of the house - here's hoping for some of that elusive BALANCE to keep me sane.