So... I haven't worked for 7 years.

[MissB]

Well, nearly 7 years. I left my career in 2000 to stay at home with my kids (one wasn't dealing well with daycare).

I stopped in to see my old co-workers yesterday, and mentioned that I was thinking about returning to the work force. Today, one of them sent me a link to a job opening in their department. The job opened yesterday. It is essentially the exact same job I had 7 years ago, with the exception of being one pay grade higher.

I guess I'm going to apply. Hold me. :scared:

[redqueen]

1. Right on!

Good luck! :hug:

[MissB]

6. thanks.

I needed that.

[Zywiec]

2. Sounds like a great opportunity. Good luck!! n/t

[MissB]

7. It is my former job.

Which I rather liked. :)

[BOSSHOG]

3. If I may be so bold

If you stayed at home with your kids for the past seven years you HAVE worked. And good for you in whichever fork in the road you choose to take.

[MissB]

8. True!

I've also been volunteering for a few years, so at least my organizational skills are there.

[styersc]

10. I agree. Go back to work.

You need the rest.

[ThomCat]

4. Be confident! Do well!

:hug:

If you can manage a house and kids you can handle any office. :)

[MissB]

9. And I even like the co-workers.

It'd be sweet. My kids are old enough now to handle my working a full time job.

[plcdude]

5. Okay

give it a try apply. Perhaps it is time to get back out there. The income will be good but also the change in your life just might be beneficial as well.

[MissB]

11. Yeah, it is time for a change.

I've been leaning this way for awhile.

[underpants]

12. Kind afraid that you have been "institutionalized"???

I get the same feeling having been at this job for 6 years now-by far the longest I have ever worked at one place.

[skygazer]

13. Good for you

And you know what? After the first few days, you'll feel like you never left. Good luck. :hi:

[billyoc]

14. Just remember, you got by for 7 years without it.

So no need to be nervous. :hi:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

15. My dear missb!

Go for it, and enjoy yourself!

Here's a hug for you...:hug:

You will be fine!

:pals:

[bigwillq]

16. I salute you

for staying home with your kids. :thumbsup: :yourock:

If you think you're ready, then I say go for it. :)