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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, I’m also a longtime SAHM on the brink of returning to the workforce, and you have so accurately described my fears, it’s eerie.  The job I’m considering right now (waiting on security clearance) seems like it will be exactly like the one you currently have, with about a 45 minute commute each way.

I have been so fortunate to stay home with my kids all these years, and I’m grateful every single day.  However, as they are now in high school and college, I feel ready to head back to work... just not sure I want to head right into an exhausting grind.  Like you, I don’t need to work, but would like to now that the kids are older.  I don’t want to regret taking a job that isn’t fulfilling.

Keep us posted on your decision and good luck!  You’re not alone.[/quote]

Not Op, but I'm a longtime SAHM with HS and college age kids, too.  I've been thinking about returning to work myself but haven't applied anywhere.  I'm curious to know how long it took for you to find a job, how many places you applied to and how many interviews you went on before you were offered a job.

Also, what did you put on your resume?  I'm sort of at a loss as to what I would put down.  I've done volunteer work over the years but I haven't done any work for pay nor have I taken any classes to update my skills.  I would love to know what you did to make yourself marketable.  Congratulations on your job![/quote]

Sounds like she knew someone and job just fell in her lap[/quote]

:lol:  I’m the first PP and curious why you would think that.  No, this job definitely did not just fall into my lap.  To answer the PP’s questions, I’ve been looking for about a year.  I’ve had many call backs and a few interviews.  I declined one offer because I could tell it wasn’t for me after the interview.  Two other jobs went to other applicants.  I listed all work experience on my resume, and didn’t try to hide the fact that I’ve been at home for many years.  I did a PT stint during that time that I was able to include, and it helped because even though it was (very) PT, it was relevant to my field.

It certainly hasn’t been easy, and again, I’m still waiting on the security clearance to come through, but I’m hoping to get a firm offer soon.[/quote]

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