Shazia Mistry, now working at home!

by shaz on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 04:22 AM
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Yesterday I officially quit my job. I am not quite sure how I feel. I think a little depressed, a little unsure, a little happy, a little excited, a little concerned, mostly confused.

But, I certainly am looking forward to the opportunities ahead!

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Thoughts from jodi

I would never have time to share all my thoughts on being a full time mom. If I have any advice, just be prepared for all those conflicting feelings to surface from time to time. And the way I counteract them is by remembering what’s important for our family at that moment and what our long term goals for our kids are. Welcome to the toughest, most rewarding job you’ll ever have!!!

Posted by jodi on 05/11 at 08:01 AM

Thoughts from shaz

Thanks jodi… I understand the conflicting feelings, especially when my husband is working and I see him meeting with people… increasing his skills, you know, just being out in the world doing things!

Posted by shaz on 05/11 at 08:09 AM

Thoughts from Maliha

Salamaat,
Mabrook! There’s never a “perfect” decision…i have ALL those emotions surfacing and I decided the 50-50 onsite/telecommute.

I think its the motherhood package..you just don’t know what’s best and you have to do with the decisions you make.

May Allah rest your heart and may this open many doors for you to self discovery; patience; bonding; and many more (amin).

Look at it as a temporary thing, and you can always go back to work later Inshaallah

Posted by Maliha on 05/11 at 08:10 AM

Thoughts from shaz

salaams Maliha,

You’re right about no perfect decision!

Mostly I do think that my heart is at ease with my choice… my brain is having the problems! lol

thanks for your support!

Posted by shaz on 05/11 at 08:19 AM

Thoughts from Suroor

Mabrook! Perfect decision if Allah wants it. Enough each bit of motherhood sunshine.

Hats off to you, Mama!

Posted by Suroor on 05/11 at 08:40 AM

Thoughts from sf

I decided to stay at home when I had my first child,now 5. I have a second one now,about 8 months now.It is both rewarding and hard,but this was my choice. I miss the adult stimulation, the tea/lunch breaks, but inshallah, when they get older, I could always go back to work. Alhamdullilah, so far, I have had no regrets.

Posted by sf on 06/11 at 07:29 AM