The Franks Family
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
It's official!!!
After much debate, I've decided that I'm going back to work. I have had a really hard time with this decision. If you knew me at all before you would be completely shocked! I am the girl that stood in front of my college professor in a presentation and said that I wanted to be a baby machine and stay home!! When I worked at previous jobs, I would come home almost in tears to Matt saying I can't wait to have a baby so I can stay home. God can really open doors and if you pray, he will show you the way. I prayed and prayed and just for some reason did not feel comfortable staying home right now. I have a great job that is flexible and understanding. Not to go into much detail, but they are going to be very flexible with me, especially at first! We found a daycare for Roman literally down the street from our house. With Matt being a pilot, Roman will really only be in daycare 2-3 times a week. I am confident that this is the correct decision. It is going to be so hard for me at first! I am starting work on Monday, June 8th. Send the prayers this way. I'm scared and excited all together!!
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I know this was a tough decision for you, I know you will be so glad you made it. I know you'd love to stay home with your beautiful little boy, but from what I've been told, the "big people" time and conversations will help you maintain your sanity. :^) I know that when my time comes, I'll have the same struggles... but ultimately, I know for a fact that I will make the same decision you did. You are very fortunate to have a job with a company that will give you the flexibility that every new mom desires, too! Good for you, lady! I can't wait to see you and meet your handsome little man! I check your blog every day looking for new pictures of that sweet little face!
Take Care,
Brandy
Ashley, my prayers will be with you. It IS a hard decision and not one to take lightly...I know you haven't. As a working mom, I can say that it is a hard transition. That first week/month is tough. But you do eventually find your new normal and things get easier. You'll find your time with Roman and Matt that much more precious.
JK's baby teacher told me once, "I know it's hard for you to work while he's here under my care. But your baby is doing his job while you're doing yours." My wrinkled brow showed her I didn't understand, so she expounded. "Your baby is only capable of doing one job right now: to bless other people with his silly personality and sweet disposition. With you keeping him at home all the time, just think of how many people would miss out on seeing God's glory."
While it's still hard to work at this point, that teacher has never understood the impact she made on me. For the time being, my son has a job at his little school, even at his tender age. Who am I to prevent that from happening? Roman will be no different. Just give him a little time and room to grow and you'll be amazed at what he can do for all of those teachers, parents, and children around him. ;-)
i know that was a hard decision, and you are very lucky to have the flexibility that you have and it is so great as well with matt's schedule for roman. i am thinking of you and if you need anything i am here :)
Will do that girl!! 8th is on my calendar. My mom always stayed home with us and she has often said she wished that at least 2 days a week we had gone somewhere to get a more social setting than home. You follow the Lord, trust in Him, and He will let everything fall into place. Don't worry about the opinions or thoughts of others. You do what HE is telling you as I know you are! Plus it may just be for a season and then you stay home. Who knows what He is up to!
Yay Ashley...I'm so encouraged by your faith and your committment to doing what the Lord has planned for your family. Roman is SUCH a blessed little boy just because you and Matt are his parents. And I can't wait to see what God has in store for your precious family. I will pray for your transition to go smoothly!!
Ashley, you are going to do great!! Just think...Roman is going to be super social at "school" and you can have good adult time as well! I am behind you 100%...You are making a great decision, remember nothing is permanent!! I am here if you need me!! Maybe when madison goes to "school" we can meet for lunch!!
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