Well that felt better. Sometimes writing something down is all you need to turn the corner and feel better about a situation.
I wrote down my frustrations with work and they've largely stayed on the page.
Since my last post I've been thinking about all the good things that come from being back in an office.
Since my last post I've been thinking about all the good things that come from being back in an office.
- People listen to me. As the parent of a Tween and a Tween-in-waiting this is becoming a rare thing.
- Not only do they listen, but even more weirdly, they often do what I say...immediately. This takes a bit of getting used to.
- I have to pretend to be a grown up. This means I have to 'look for solutions, not problems'. I can apply this to dealing with the kids when I get home. Useful.
- I get to talk to grown-ups. Although some of the grown-ups I talk to hold that title a little dubiously.
- The kids pack their school bags more carefully because they know that I can't run their forgotten hat/homework/school project up to school later.
- The kids have fewer options and have to make (sometimes tough, for them) choices.
- I value my spare time more and jealously guard it against interference from work or home tasks.
I've been wondering should I have taken a role with fewer responsibilities? But then had I done that I wouldn't have the flexibility I have now. I can move my days around as I please and I can work from home if needed. All I have to do in return is have my job on my mind 24/7.
What I miss the most is the ability to drop everything to watch a netball game, or go to a school performance. I'm hardly ever at either school anymore and I don't feel in touch with what's going on there.
But, on balance, I think this job is a Good Thing. It's just taking some time to get used to.
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Oh, and believe me I'm still right on with this*.
*apparently you can buy this as a badge. Google it, you'll find it.
14 comments:
Busy people make much better use of their time than those that have nothing to do. The trick is not to get so busy at work that it overwhelms every other aspect of your life.
Every company that I have worked for seems to have a few "45 year old children" - that is, adults who act like teenagers.
Certainly is nice to be an adult amongst adults sometimes! Glad that the tide is turning for you.
I think what you are doing is amazing - tough - but amazing.
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Glad you're feeling better! Does this mean the toilet situation has been sorted?
It's nice to be able to break through from a big dive and breathe in a long gulp of air.
I think you're doing swimmingly.
Swimmingly. Geddit ?
Ok, well, I found it amusing :)
( and yes, have we cleaned up in cubile 4 yet ? )
I think you're a star and it's great that you are waving again.
The toilet situation! I think of you every time I visit the ladies at work.
There's nothing like a shout to the universe to quieten things down. Haven't heard anything on the toilets for a while so here's fingers crossed.
Very happy to see you waving and not drowning today :)
The toilet thing still makes me shudder. How could anyone, ever, think that is an HR responsibility?!
I like being productive. Working provides that for me. At home, productivity is very hit and miss, depending on the cooperation level from the small people. Which is frequently very low/non-existent.
Just catching up with your near drowning...
I've asked around, and apparently you're not alone in your toilet issues.
I'm counting my blessings that our office shares immaculate facilities with other tenants on our floor.
It soundss like urghhhh is often common.
Enjoyed reading your posts.
Always look on the bright side of life, do do, do do, do do do do do do....
(OK I hate that part too). You sound happier!
good for you lovey - nice to find the silver lining - le
From a mother who is about to have 5 days of leave from work - I say woo hoo! bring it on. We're off to the snow on Sunday and looking forward to seeing you all soon.
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