Need advice

[Sue DeLelys]

I just started a part time job in addition to working full time last week. I requested 20 hours a week and so far I am scheduled with 24, with 16 of them being all day Saturday and Sunday and the rest 4 hour shifts from 7-11 PM. I don't think I can reduce my hours as the normal part time positions are 32 hours a week.

In less than a week, my daughter is upset with me and the dogs as one of them has chewed up her shoe and her CD case because I left the dogs loose as I just can't leave them crated 20 hours a day.



I know that the dogs are in need of attention and so is the house. It has become a disaster as I don't seem to have enough time to take care of everything.



So.... I'm not a quitter, but I am considering giving up on the part time job. I'm thinking that the extra cash is not worth the extra stress of a home in shambles.



Any input would be greatly appreciated....thanks!

 

[Scott Smith]

My mother-in-law was in the exact same predicament.....she quit her part time job and could not be happier.



The stress is not worth the extra money...your health and well being are more important.

 

[Steve Hutson]

Sue, I have to agree with Smitty. Way back when I used to own and drive stock cars, my wife and I both worked p/t jobs to keep the cars going. Between full time jobs, p/t jobs and working on the cars, life became awful. We weren't getting the things done that we needed to and more important, our relationship suffered. We gave up the p/t jobs and in a couple of years, I gave up racing. Two of the best decissions we have ever made.



I've come to realize that money isn't everything. Health and happiness are way more important. If you can swing it without the p/t job, I'd drop it. If you must work p/t, try Lowe's, Home Depot, Walmart, etc. I'm not sure about Wally-world, but I know that the Lowe's and Home Depot in the Knoxvile, TN market will basically let you work what ever hours you can swing. I do think that they require at least one weekend shift though.



Good luck,

Steve

 

[Gilbert Scales2]

Sue, I agree with Smitty and Steve. Relax a little, before you give the extra money you are making to the Dr's.

Best Wishes,

Bubby

 

[Teri C.]

Sue, if you can do without the part time job then I would quit or try to find one that will be more flexible with your schedule. I, too, have learned money isn't everything. I could make a ton of money if I would be a consultant but I don't want to travel 5 days a week and give up my life. Life is too short! You might regret not spending time with your daughter. I know my dad does.

 

[Berry Lindley]

Well, I probably need to know more than I do for me to be able to advise you. For example, your extra income may be needed in your home for more than luxuries, I don't know your expertise, etc., age of your child(ren) . I checked your profile, and see that you are in CT. I understand that the economy is good there, and the wages for many things there are higher than in other places (promising). It also sounds like your daughter may be younger, and if so, does need you around, probably more than you think. Not knowing any more about your personal situation, it sounds for sure that the part time job you have accepted is in direct conflict with your personal situation. First stop to me would be to discuss with your supervisor (or HR, however that works where you are) what it would take to get hours that match up with your needs, and not all Saturday and Sunday, and the prime time hours where you are to an extent ensuring that your child(ren) are doing what they need for school, etc. Kids can do great in a house that is not perfectly clean, but it is the guidance and support part that I am mostly thinking of. In my opinion, it is not the number of hours you are working, it is the hours of the day you are working. If you can't get that where you are working, I don't think you have found "it" yet. This is not easy, and the decisions are different for everyone's situation and income needs. There is one thought that I want to leave you with, and it is that you only get to raise and nurture your children once.

 

[Sue DeLelys]

I wrestled with this for most of the day, and it looks like the decision was taken out of my hands.....

I was walking the dogs and it hit me, literally. I got hit from behind by three Labs carrying a big branch and taken down. Nothing broken, thankfully, but I am bruised pretty good. I am on crutches and good drugs thanks to the walk in clinic and I will have to wait to see if there is any real damage until next week.



So, good by part time job, hello couch and ice pack.

 

[Gilbert Scales2]

Sue, we all try to make our own decisions. But if we be wait on Jesus, he makes them for us. I hope you get better.



Bubby

 

[Scott Hammer TOXIC]

Divine intervention?



TOXIC

 

[Texas Transplant]

Well, we simply hope that you get better and that there is no serious damage. Health and family are most important.



Tex

 

[Aaron Scott2]

So you would be working 64 hrs a week, and a lot of it on the weekend? No way. With your customer service talent Guest should double your pay. Do they know how much business you produce and retain for them? I only know you through this and another site and can tell you that when my dual pro needs replacing it will be with a guest. Why? Because of you. I know you have actively been seeking another job so keep at it. Some company will recognize your talent and pay you accordingly. Working two jobs, and weekends could tear your home life apart. Tell the Guest ownership they better step up. You deserve better.



I hope you get over your injuries, but am I the only one here that was hoping there might be video of those labs taking Sue out?

 

[Sue DeLelys]

Thanks all....



Aaron, I wish that there was a video.....I'd make some money off it on America's funniest home video for sure, as long as they could bleep out an awful lot...

 

[Berry Lindley]

Best of luck,

 

[Mark Gross]

Family first......Always . Maybe the real reason your daugther was mad at you Sue or fustrated. What ever the reason Sue , 2nd job no. Take care of yourself first Sue so your able to take care of everyone and eveythings else.



Prayers for you Sue.

Mark

 

[Greg Meyer]

Get well quickly...:huh: