I am putting myself out there to those of you who may have experienced similar struggles in regards to work vs. family.
I was having a pretty weird day to start at school today, but then got pulled in to the HR department to be told frankly that my Family Medical Leave Act time would be ending the end of November.
They informed me that it would be an opportunity for me to make a decision as to either going back full time, or staying part time with no benefits.
I guess I kind of have a pit in my stomach..........I have been taking time off to care for my mother who has been gravely ill for the past year and two months. She stays with my sister one month and me the next. During the months I have her I take two days per week off. I guess this can no longer be tolerated as we continue to encounter tough financial times.
In a way I feel as though I cannot be totally effective in both places, home or school, only working three days per week. If I go more than that, my mother needs a caregiver hired and that will cost me or her more than we can afford. But what does our family do about benefits?
If anyone has a take on this, please write me. What is ethically, morally, and spiritually the right decision? How do we make it without a full time income, let alone health insurance for our family. I am feeling kinda teary eyed right now- need some encouragement.
Sue
