Back to the Grind

A rare opportunity came my way a few weeks ago. I was contacted by GE Capital in Bellevue and asked if I would be interested in doing some contract work. My first question was "Is it part-time?" I have really enjoyed being home with Taylor over the past 13-months, and I cannot imagine working full-time right now. Fortunately, I have worked for a couple of men in this office (long story!), and they were instrumental in negotiating on my behalf.

So, last week, I started working part-time. I am working Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. I must admit that I am missing my munchkin big time! My mother-in-law is watching Taylor these first few weeks, so I know she is in good hands. Yesterday, I went in to work at 6:45 so that I could come home early. I rushed home at 4:00 to see Miss T. When I walked in the door, she and grandma were playing and laughing, and Taylor barely looked up at me. I guess it was good for me to see that she doesn't sit at home all day longing for her mama! Next week, Taylor will start going to daycare two days a week (grandma will continue to watch her one day). Daycare will cause a whole new kind of anxiety for me. Will she cry all day? Will she nap well? Will she get enough to eat? Will she get along with the other toddlers? Will she get sick all the time? Will her teacher love her as much as I do? Despite all my concerns, I think daycare will be good for her. I just need to get myself through the first week (and maybe take a bottle of vodka to work to ease my nerves). It's time for my spoiled daughter to have a little socialization!

So, if I start to slack on the blog, blame it on my job. I'm a working mommy now, and so far it feels really good. :)