Transition from Working Mom to Freelance Writing Mom

When the kids and I were heading to the field trip, I told them that at the end of July, I would be working from home full time. I explained that we had to change the way we spend money, and be mindful of each other’s time. They seemed to kind of understand what I was saying, but I know that it’s something that I will have to discuss when it gets closer to that time.

I know that this isn’t just a transition for me, but for the kids as well. It’s going to definitely be a learning experience for the three of us. They are going to learn that when mommy is working, no one can bother her. The only time that they can is if the house is burning down.

My son is pretty self sufficient, but my daughter isn’t. This separation anxiety that she has, where she freaks out if I am not around, is not going to be possible any more. She is going to learn to do her own thing and not depend so much on me. For me, I will need to learn to work through the distractions. When I am writing, I can’t start doing ten things at once. It will be hard, but I know that I can do it.

Yesterday, I turned down a high-paying job that lacked the flexibility and didn’t offer any telecommuting options.  I want to continue to have the ability to attend their school events, and be there when they need me.  I know this is a great move because it doesn’t seem like I will be able to find the flexibility that I need, unless I work for myself.