Back In Action

After two years of sitting at home with my kids I finally did it.

I went back to work.

Logically, it made the most sense. My oldest started junior kindergarten and my youngest finally got approved for government subsidized daycare. (Thank heavens, after five years on the waiting list!) And honestly, being back at work these last two months, has been amazing.

I get to have adult conversations all day long instead of talking to only my children, I have a reason to get dressed and leave my house, I can put on make-up and look pretty for more than just sitting around the house, and I've lost almost 25lbs just from being at work walking/lifting boxes.

I feel so much better about my appearance and my mental health has made leaps and bounds into a healthier place. I can't believe how different I feel since being back to work. I am enjoying every moment with my husband and kids, and I am enjoying my time away with coworkers and friends. I've missed this so much and it's so great to be back.

I was definitely not destined to be a stay-at-home mom. I felt more stress staying at home for two years than I do doing double drop-offs in the morning and going to work.

- * A