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post #41 of 43
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Originally Posted by PrairieTide View Post
I just want to encourage you to keep job hunting, even if you get the coffee shop job. Your English degree CAN open doors for you.

I have an English degree, and getting a job as an administrative assistant at a university was the best thing for my career. People look down on administrative assistant work, because it doesn't necessary need a degree, but it is a great entry-level job and can pay really well, plus you learn all about the field you are working in. Working at a university is awesome for English majors. You may be able to pick up some college-level teaching experience. I taught a study skills class without a masters degree. You have access to a world-class library, and there are promotional opportunities.
Plus at some places there's special tuition for your kids if they go there. I've thought about switching over to that when we get closer to my son being university aged (if they would take me!)
post #42 of 43
hugs sounds like you're going through a lot. my husband was a youth pastor for a while & it is a really tough job. it is so demanding & our experience was similar to yours, that boundaries and nights/days off were hard to define or enforce. my husband is now a full-time worship pastor, and although we don't struggle with time-off and healthy boundaries, we do still struggle financially. like you, we really want to make my being at home a priority. i just read another thread here that discussed a legitimate work-at-home job. i applied tonight. can't hurt, right? here's the link:
http://www.mothering.com/discussions....php?t=1177481

aside from that, i'd recommend budgeting every.little.thing. meal plan. make your own detergent, dish soap, use the AC less, get rid of cable, etc. every little penny can add up to big savings. good luck. hugs
post #43 of 43
Being a the wife of a man in ministry gives real meaning to 'die to self,' doesn't it?