Housewife
Posted on | October 21, 2011 | 4 Comments
That would be me.
My primary writing client’s well ran dry, as have those of many other (written) media outlets. It’s funny, before that happened, I took a break from writing to work on art, simply because I was so very tired of writing nonstop articles.
So there is no more writing work to fall back on, and I’m not inclined to send out queries and so forth because the market is just not great and oh yeah, I’m tired of writing — for other people, anyway.
What a luxury.
Not that we’re rich or anything. I spent an hour or so the other evening making “canned” dog food for Wile E. out of freezer-burnt meat so that I wouldn’t have to buy it at the store. I cashed in my teacher’s retirement (a pittance, since I did most of my teaching at private institutions) and am searching for the next thing.
I don’t plan to discontinue homeschooling. No way. If I have to, I’ll figure out a way to feed my family on $50 a week so that we can live on one salary. Fortunately, Greg is supportive of my continuing to stay home.
The funny thing is, I LIKE being a housewife. I like to bake, economize and generally spoil my family. Often, I even enjoy cleaning. Who knew? When I’m not pressed for time because of writing or an outside job, things just flow.
I keep thinking that if this had happened even a year ago, I would have been freaking out. The thing is, I’m a lot calmer now. I feel pretty good, actually. For this, I thank Jesus, who, once I chose to truly believe, is utterly transforming my life.
And I know that sounds crazy to many folks, and I understand some of the reasons why. There’s some pretty hateful people who call themselves Christians. But at the risk of being lumped in with the meanies and being called irrational, I’ll gratefully tell the world that I am so thankful for God — that He is so great. Because this feeling is just that good.
Meanwhile, I’m enjoying the much-needed break from commercial writing. I’ve been painting, making dolls and jewelry and am working on my own writing projects. I’ll bet that something much more meaningful blooms as a result.
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October 21st, 2011 @ 1:54 am
So glad that you are happy and that life is going well. Faith is an important part of many people’s lives and helps them cope. I’m a bit on the fence over religion, although I do definitely believe in a Higher Power.
October 21st, 2011 @ 2:31 am
Many people work hard for their money and then turn around and hand that very money over to schools and day care. Homeschooling, in some cases, can actually make good financial sense.
And it’s good to know you are enjoying life!
October 21st, 2011 @ 4:00 am
I must admit that I am slightly jealous. I would love to try out what it’s like to be a home maker. Get it, girl. Enjoy it.
October 24th, 2011 @ 3:31 am
Your peace is beautiful. Keep embracing your truth!