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Halfway Through My Gap Year
Lessons and Revelations Thus Far
This time off has been good for me and my family. I have had the mental space to be creative. My kids go to school with full bellies and come home right after school instead of going to after-school care. My husband gets to focus on his job and not worry about getting a phone call to pick up a sick kid or take time off for doctor appointments. He comes home ready to focus on our family.
I have learned the value of having a parent at home when kids are young and in school. However, it must be the parent’s choice as well. It is a sacrifice.
Before taking my Gap Year, I imagined having so much free time. Surprisingly I still find myself feeling overwhelmed and time-restricted. I don’t always have time to work out. I have missed several deadlines that I set for myself. I have gained weight, so I am probably moving less and eating more. My house is still messy and dirty.
As I write this article, prices for essential things in California have continued to rise. I have my emergency fund, but I haven’t had to use it, until now.
At this halfway point, I’m starting to feel like I may be ready to look for employment outside of my business and home. My business is as old as the time I have been off, 6 months. It will take longer to keep building it. I didn’t wait to resign…
