Both my husband and I have been executives for more than a decade each all while trying to enjoy our family and, well, life! It hasn’t been easy and I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve had to choose work over my family. I’m tired of telling my kids, “Oh I’m sorry sweetie, I can’t come to your NJHS Induction because I have to work!” or “Your orchestra concert is this Wednesday?! I’ve got a meeting that evening…..I won’t be able to go!”
I get one shot at my family and living my best life so I refuse to allow my work to get in the way of my family any longer! When, and if, I’m ready to return to the line of work I left it will still be there while the time I have to build memories and enjoy my family are limited. I was inspired and realized I had to make a change after reading Your Money or Your Life, by Vicki Robin.
There is a way to lead the kind of life you want to lead without being chained to your work. While I’m only beginning this journey towards freeing myself of debt and looking at how I earn and spend money in new ways, I have really had to reflect on my thinking (and habits!) when it comes to money. I’d much rather choose my life than my money and so that’s what I’m doing! As I go through this journey I will share my lessons learned, hardships, celebrations, and I hope you will be inspired to find your path to your best life too.
