New job offer after SAH for 10 years

[Anonymous]

OP, I was a SAHM for longer than you, and yes, I was very nervous and yet excited when I went back to work. It's only natural to be; it's a huge change to your life and to your family life! The hardest part for me has been that can't do everything that I used to during the week because I'm tired when I get home. My family has gotten used to our dinnertime being later and not having the feasts we used to, my teens do their own laundry, and DH takes care of some of the little things like going to the cleaners, that I used to do for him. It is also kind of stressful having to deal with my appointments and such when you are trying not to ask for time off, being a new employee and all. The best part about working is that I am once again contributing financially to the family, learning lots of new things, and enjoying hearing positive feedback about my work. People don't realize that as a SAHM, you often don't hear a lot of praise for all you do, even if you know your family appreciates it! Lastly, one thing that is really nice in my case is that I know we are not dependent on this job; if it doesn't work out, for whatever reason, I can leave it; it sounds like that would be the case for you, too. I think you should definitely go for it. You might find that it's something you really enjoy. Best of luck!