Working and CF

65rosessamurai · Jun 18, 2007

In reference to Jennifer's comment about working O.T., is it possible to only work a few days overtime, and leave a few of the other days to leave work on the regular schedule?
For Wheezie, it's probably not as bad for a female to be living with the parents, than the male "living with the parents".
If your parents are willing to take you in as a "boarding roommate", where you can basically do your own chores, etc., pay a really reasonable boarding fee, then it would seem to be a "half-way" point between living with the parents, living alone, and struggling with your health and living expenses.
Just a few thoughts based on what I've had to deal with in the past.
BTW, I work a 40 hours on the average schedule (sometimes a bit more with O.T.) and had days where I didn't feel like coming in!!

65rosessamurai · Jun 18, 2007

In reference to Jennifer's comment about working O.T., is it possible to only work a few days overtime, and leave a few of the other days to leave work on the regular schedule?
For Wheezie, it's probably not as bad for a female to be living with the parents, than the male "living with the parents".
If your parents are willing to take you in as a "boarding roommate", where you can basically do your own chores, etc., pay a really reasonable boarding fee, then it would seem to be a "half-way" point between living with the parents, living alone, and struggling with your health and living expenses.
Just a few thoughts based on what I've had to deal with in the past.
BTW, I work a 40 hours on the average schedule (sometimes a bit more with O.T.) and had days where I didn't feel like coming in!!

65rosessamurai · Jun 18, 2007

In reference to Jennifer's comment about working O.T., is it possible to only work a few days overtime, and leave a few of the other days to leave work on the regular schedule?
For Wheezie, it's probably not as bad for a female to be living with the parents, than the male "living with the parents".
If your parents are willing to take you in as a "boarding roommate", where you can basically do your own chores, etc., pay a really reasonable boarding fee, then it would seem to be a "half-way" point between living with the parents, living alone, and struggling with your health and living expenses.
Just a few thoughts based on what I've had to deal with in the past.
BTW, I work a 40 hours on the average schedule (sometimes a bit more with O.T.) and had days where I didn't feel like coming in!!

65rosessamurai · Jun 18, 2007

In reference to Jennifer's comment about working O.T., is it possible to only work a few days overtime, and leave a few of the other days to leave work on the regular schedule?
For Wheezie, it's probably not as bad for a female to be living with the parents, than the male "living with the parents".
If your parents are willing to take you in as a "boarding roommate", where you can basically do your own chores, etc., pay a really reasonable boarding fee, then it would seem to be a "half-way" point between living with the parents, living alone, and struggling with your health and living expenses.
Just a few thoughts based on what I've had to deal with in the past.
BTW, I work a 40 hours on the average schedule (sometimes a bit more with O.T.) and had days where I didn't feel like coming in!!

lightNlife · Jun 18, 2007

I understand where you're coming from on this. The financial aspect has always factored into my decision about how much to work.

I have a slightly different attitude about things though than most people. I agree that yes, life is short. However, I don't believe that we should do what we want to just because it makes us happy. There needs to be a balance between working to afford the things we NEED and having the funds to do what we want for entertainment. It's rare to find someone whose occupation fulfills both the need for financial stability and happiness.

I worked as long and hard as I can because, like you said, life is short. I knew I wouldn't be able to work that hard for my entire life. I chose to put in a lot of effort so that cutting back on hours would be a choice, not a medical requirement. Although I'm frustrated that I've had to cut back sooner than I wanted to, I'm very proud of what I spent the last 8 years doing. I have never once thought that "if only I hadn't worked so much, I could have had more fun."

I was initially worried that thing were going to be tough on us when I reduced my hours. My husband and I have budgeted very well over the years and are accustomed to living below our means so that we're not hard pressed. There are things we do without, but we don't really need them. We make efforts to save in consistent small ways, so that if there is ever a big ticket item we'd like (anniversary dinner at a fancy restaurant, or tickets to the opera) we can do that guilt free and debt free.

We all have to weigh the pros and cons of our work schedules and our health requirements.

lightNlife · Jun 18, 2007

I understand where you're coming from on this. The financial aspect has always factored into my decision about how much to work.

I have a slightly different attitude about things though than most people. I agree that yes, life is short. However, I don't believe that we should do what we want to just because it makes us happy. There needs to be a balance between working to afford the things we NEED and having the funds to do what we want for entertainment. It's rare to find someone whose occupation fulfills both the need for financial stability and happiness.

I worked as long and hard as I can because, like you said, life is short. I knew I wouldn't be able to work that hard for my entire life. I chose to put in a lot of effort so that cutting back on hours would be a choice, not a medical requirement. Although I'm frustrated that I've had to cut back sooner than I wanted to, I'm very proud of what I spent the last 8 years doing. I have never once thought that "if only I hadn't worked so much, I could have had more fun."

I was initially worried that thing were going to be tough on us when I reduced my hours. My husband and I have budgeted very well over the years and are accustomed to living below our means so that we're not hard pressed. There are things we do without, but we don't really need them. We make efforts to save in consistent small ways, so that if there is ever a big ticket item we'd like (anniversary dinner at a fancy restaurant, or tickets to the opera) we can do that guilt free and debt free.

We all have to weigh the pros and cons of our work schedules and our health requirements.

lightNlife · Jun 18, 2007

I understand where you're coming from on this. The financial aspect has always factored into my decision about how much to work.

I have a slightly different attitude about things though than most people. I agree that yes, life is short. However, I don't believe that we should do what we want to just because it makes us happy. There needs to be a balance between working to afford the things we NEED and having the funds to do what we want for entertainment. It's rare to find someone whose occupation fulfills both the need for financial stability and happiness.

I worked as long and hard as I can because, like you said, life is short. I knew I wouldn't be able to work that hard for my entire life. I chose to put in a lot of effort so that cutting back on hours would be a choice, not a medical requirement. Although I'm frustrated that I've had to cut back sooner than I wanted to, I'm very proud of what I spent the last 8 years doing. I have never once thought that "if only I hadn't worked so much, I could have had more fun."

I was initially worried that thing were going to be tough on us when I reduced my hours. My husband and I have budgeted very well over the years and are accustomed to living below our means so that we're not hard pressed. There are things we do without, but we don't really need them. We make efforts to save in consistent small ways, so that if there is ever a big ticket item we'd like (anniversary dinner at a fancy restaurant, or tickets to the opera) we can do that guilt free and debt free.

We all have to weigh the pros and cons of our work schedules and our health requirements.

lightNlife · Jun 18, 2007

I understand where you're coming from on this. The financial aspect has always factored into my decision about how much to work.

I have a slightly different attitude about things though than most people. I agree that yes, life is short. However, I don't believe that we should do what we want to just because it makes us happy. There needs to be a balance between working to afford the things we NEED and having the funds to do what we want for entertainment. It's rare to find someone whose occupation fulfills both the need for financial stability and happiness.

I worked as long and hard as I can because, like you said, life is short. I knew I wouldn't be able to work that hard for my entire life. I chose to put in a lot of effort so that cutting back on hours would be a choice, not a medical requirement. Although I'm frustrated that I've had to cut back sooner than I wanted to, I'm very proud of what I spent the last 8 years doing. I have never once thought that "if only I hadn't worked so much, I could have had more fun."

I was initially worried that thing were going to be tough on us when I reduced my hours. My husband and I have budgeted very well over the years and are accustomed to living below our means so that we're not hard pressed. There are things we do without, but we don't really need them. We make efforts to save in consistent small ways, so that if there is ever a big ticket item we'd like (anniversary dinner at a fancy restaurant, or tickets to the opera) we can do that guilt free and debt free.

We all have to weigh the pros and cons of our work schedules and our health requirements.

lightNlife · Jun 18, 2007

I understand where you're coming from on this. The financial aspect has always factored into my decision about how much to work.

I have a slightly different attitude about things though than most people. I agree that yes, life is short. However, I don't believe that we should do what we want to just because it makes us happy. There needs to be a balance between working to afford the things we NEED and having the funds to do what we want for entertainment. It's rare to find someone whose occupation fulfills both the need for financial stability and happiness.

I worked as long and hard as I can because, like you said, life is short. I knew I wouldn't be able to work that hard for my entire life. I chose to put in a lot of effort so that cutting back on hours would be a choice, not a medical requirement. Although I'm frustrated that I've had to cut back sooner than I wanted to, I'm very proud of what I spent the last 8 years doing. I have never once thought that "if only I hadn't worked so much, I could have had more fun."

I was initially worried that thing were going to be tough on us when I reduced my hours. My husband and I have budgeted very well over the years and are accustomed to living below our means so that we're not hard pressed. There are things we do without, but we don't really need them. We make efforts to save in consistent small ways, so that if there is ever a big ticket item we'd like (anniversary dinner at a fancy restaurant, or tickets to the opera) we can do that guilt free and debt free.

We all have to weigh the pros and cons of our work schedules and our health requirements.

lightNlife · Jun 18, 2007

I understand where you're coming from on this. The financial aspect has always factored into my decision about how much to work.

I have a slightly different attitude about things though than most people. I agree that yes, life is short. However, I don't believe that we should do what we want to just because it makes us happy. There needs to be a balance between working to afford the things we NEED and having the funds to do what we want for entertainment. It's rare to find someone whose occupation fulfills both the need for financial stability and happiness.

I worked as long and hard as I can because, like you said, life is short. I knew I wouldn't be able to work that hard for my entire life. I chose to put in a lot of effort so that cutting back on hours would be a choice, not a medical requirement. Although I'm frustrated that I've had to cut back sooner than I wanted to, I'm very proud of what I spent the last 8 years doing. I have never once thought that "if only I hadn't worked so much, I could have had more fun."

I was initially worried that thing were going to be tough on us when I reduced my hours. My husband and I have budgeted very well over the years and are accustomed to living below our means so that we're not hard pressed. There are things we do without, but we don't really need them. We make efforts to save in consistent small ways, so that if there is ever a big ticket item we'd like (anniversary dinner at a fancy restaurant, or tickets to the opera) we can do that guilt free and debt free.

We all have to weigh the pros and cons of our work schedules and our health requirements.

barbc888 · Jun 18, 2007

I'm in the same situation, Wheezie. Single, living alone and living paycheck to paycheck. I work full time, but my CF is a full time job too, so I have no life outside my job and CF treatments.

I have accepted the fact that one day I'll need to go and live with my sister. This is something I'd rather not do, of course, but it comforts me to know that when the time comes when I can't work as many hours or at all, she'll take me in in a heartbeat and I won't have to worry as much. But I totally get the "feeling like a loser" thing when it comes to living with your family, not being able to do all you want to do on a limited income, etc.

Keep venting -- that's what we're here for! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">

Barbara
40 w/CF & CFRD

barbc888 · Jun 18, 2007

I'm in the same situation, Wheezie. Single, living alone and living paycheck to paycheck. I work full time, but my CF is a full time job too, so I have no life outside my job and CF treatments.

I have accepted the fact that one day I'll need to go and live with my sister. This is something I'd rather not do, of course, but it comforts me to know that when the time comes when I can't work as many hours or at all, she'll take me in in a heartbeat and I won't have to worry as much. But I totally get the "feeling like a loser" thing when it comes to living with your family, not being able to do all you want to do on a limited income, etc.

Keep venting -- that's what we're here for! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">

Barbara
40 w/CF & CFRD

barbc888 · Jun 18, 2007

I'm in the same situation, Wheezie. Single, living alone and living paycheck to paycheck. I work full time, but my CF is a full time job too, so I have no life outside my job and CF treatments.

I have accepted the fact that one day I'll need to go and live with my sister. This is something I'd rather not do, of course, but it comforts me to know that when the time comes when I can't work as many hours or at all, she'll take me in in a heartbeat and I won't have to worry as much. But I totally get the "feeling like a loser" thing when it comes to living with your family, not being able to do all you want to do on a limited income, etc.

Keep venting -- that's what we're here for! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">

Barbara
40 w/CF & CFRD

barbc888 · Jun 18, 2007

I'm in the same situation, Wheezie. Single, living alone and living paycheck to paycheck. I work full time, but my CF is a full time job too, so I have no life outside my job and CF treatments.

I have accepted the fact that one day I'll need to go and live with my sister. This is something I'd rather not do, of course, but it comforts me to know that when the time comes when I can't work as many hours or at all, she'll take me in in a heartbeat and I won't have to worry as much. But I totally get the "feeling like a loser" thing when it comes to living with your family, not being able to do all you want to do on a limited income, etc.

Keep venting -- that's what we're here for! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">

Barbara
40 w/CF & CFRD

barbc888 · Jun 18, 2007

I'm in the same situation, Wheezie. Single, living alone and living paycheck to paycheck. I work full time, but my CF is a full time job too, so I have no life outside my job and CF treatments.

I have accepted the fact that one day I'll need to go and live with my sister. This is something I'd rather not do, of course, but it comforts me to know that when the time comes when I can't work as many hours or at all, she'll take me in in a heartbeat and I won't have to worry as much. But I totally get the "feeling like a loser" thing when it comes to living with your family, not being able to do all you want to do on a limited income, etc.

Keep venting -- that's what we're here for! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">

Barbara
40 w/CF & CFRD

barbc888 · Jun 18, 2007

I'm in the same situation, Wheezie. Single, living alone and living paycheck to paycheck. I work full time, but my CF is a full time job too, so I have no life outside my job and CF treatments.

I have accepted the fact that one day I'll need to go and live with my sister. This is something I'd rather not do, of course, but it comforts me to know that when the time comes when I can't work as many hours or at all, she'll take me in in a heartbeat and I won't have to worry as much. But I totally get the "feeling like a loser" thing when it comes to living with your family, not being able to do all you want to do on a limited income, etc.

Keep venting -- that's what we're here for! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">

Barbara
40 w/CF & CFRD

JazzysMom · Jun 18, 2007

WHen I stopped working back in 2000 I was torn. Although our budget & lifestyle was developed based on a 2 income household the biggest problem for me was that I loved my job. I was good at it, I worked with great people and THAT is what brought me the happiness not the $$. When I stopped working it was unexpected & not planned so our financial stability was unknown. We had just bought our house, Jazz was still little and it was hell. We quickly learned that what most people consider "needs" now a days are actually "wants". Its amazing what you can do without if you dont have a choice & actually survive without them. Here we are 7 years later doing fabulous and are actually happier then ever. Of course I miss work itself, but for me its not practical to think I can balance work again along with family & CF. Our finances have worked out & our financial portfolio is better then its ever been. It took a lot of sacrifice & hard work on our part tho. Nothing comes easy!

JazzysMom · Jun 18, 2007

WHen I stopped working back in 2000 I was torn. Although our budget & lifestyle was developed based on a 2 income household the biggest problem for me was that I loved my job. I was good at it, I worked with great people and THAT is what brought me the happiness not the $$. When I stopped working it was unexpected & not planned so our financial stability was unknown. We had just bought our house, Jazz was still little and it was hell. We quickly learned that what most people consider "needs" now a days are actually "wants". Its amazing what you can do without if you dont have a choice & actually survive without them. Here we are 7 years later doing fabulous and are actually happier then ever. Of course I miss work itself, but for me its not practical to think I can balance work again along with family & CF. Our finances have worked out & our financial portfolio is better then its ever been. It took a lot of sacrifice & hard work on our part tho. Nothing comes easy!

JazzysMom · Jun 18, 2007

WHen I stopped working back in 2000 I was torn. Although our budget & lifestyle was developed based on a 2 income household the biggest problem for me was that I loved my job. I was good at it, I worked with great people and THAT is what brought me the happiness not the $$. When I stopped working it was unexpected & not planned so our financial stability was unknown. We had just bought our house, Jazz was still little and it was hell. We quickly learned that what most people consider "needs" now a days are actually "wants". Its amazing what you can do without if you dont have a choice & actually survive without them. Here we are 7 years later doing fabulous and are actually happier then ever. Of course I miss work itself, but for me its not practical to think I can balance work again along with family & CF. Our finances have worked out & our financial portfolio is better then its ever been. It took a lot of sacrifice & hard work on our part tho. Nothing comes easy!

JazzysMom · Jun 18, 2007

WHen I stopped working back in 2000 I was torn. Although our budget & lifestyle was developed based on a 2 income household the biggest problem for me was that I loved my job. I was good at it, I worked with great people and THAT is what brought me the happiness not the $$. When I stopped working it was unexpected & not planned so our financial stability was unknown. We had just bought our house, Jazz was still little and it was hell. We quickly learned that what most people consider "needs" now a days are actually "wants". Its amazing what you can do without if you dont have a choice & actually survive without them. Here we are 7 years later doing fabulous and are actually happier then ever. Of course I miss work itself, but for me its not practical to think I can balance work again along with family & CF. Our finances have worked out & our financial portfolio is better then its ever been. It took a lot of sacrifice & hard work on our part tho. Nothing comes easy!

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