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| The first house we ever owned. Who knew it would be one of many? |
I recently made the transition from full-time professional to housewife, but I have by no means fully adjusted to the change. Theoretically, I am happy to support my husband by temporarily sacrificing my career in pursuit of his. And he is happy to support me, financially. As I’ve said before, we came to this decision in a very calculated and practical manner. And I always thought that once we found a more permanent home, I would go back to work.
Now, as rumors spread about our next potential move, I am realizing that it might not be any more conducive to a career for me. It might also be temporary. It might be in the middle of nowhere. It might just not be practical for me to have a career.
Before the judgments kick in, let me say something. This is not a “lazy” thing. I’m perfectly aware that I could get a job no matter where we are and for any duration. That’s not what I’m talking about. To be frank with you, it’s not worth my time to work at some crappy job just for the cash, and my husband agrees. I’m talking about the personal satisfaction of a career.
We haven’t actually heard anything substantial about moving or not, but the gears are turning to produce a series of “what if” scenarios. So I’m faced with the decision again, except this time it’s my job of housewife that is under question. While I bake muffins and clean the floorboards, I wonder what my options really are in a constantly temporary scenario. I may never be able to open up a business of my own, knowing I’ll have to leave it before I see any profits. I can’t take a job with any ambition in my heart knowing I’ll be leaving it down the road. It’s easy to find a job for a year or two, but it’s difficult to pursue a career in that time. I’m not prepared to take a “job” without a larger goal in mind.
Is it acceptable for me to find contentment as a stay-at-home oilfield wife? And can I be satisfied with that?
