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What do you do for a living?
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    I'm not sure if this has been talked about before. (sorry if it has) what does everyone do for a living? Is it what you wanted to do? Including SAHM how many kids? I was a SAHM (now working) I think its a job too.
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    I'm a compliance auditor. Not what I wanted to do but I do enjoy it.
  • i_am_a_thunderbirdi_am_a_thunderbird
    Posts: 1,684Member
    Journalist/photographer/graphic designer/artisan/activist.
  • Anonymous
    Posts: 29,314
    paramedic
  • DemandaDemanda
    Posts: 4,628Member
    Full time student.  Before that I sold eyeglasses.  Before that I was a chef and bartender.
    "The truth will set you free. But first, it will piss you off." ~ Gloria SteinemPhotobucket
  • shate98shate98
    Posts: 3,146Member
    creative with an ad firm

    I tried that SAHM thing. I bow down to all of you that do it. It's the hardest job I have ever had.
    "As you wander through your life, whatever be your goal,
    keep your eye upon the doughnut, not upon the hole."
  • i_am_a_thunderbirdi_am_a_thunderbird
    Posts: 1,684Member
    LMAO @lizzwizzy! *bending to your will as we speak*
  • bendorbreak bendorbreak
    Posts: 480Member
    I work in a professional film lab (photography not movies lol). Its not what I always wanted to do but its a nice place and super flexible.
  • kysmommykysmommy
    Posts: 596Member
    Director of scheduling department for a court reporting firm. I wish I were a SAHM, I have so much respect for you @lovinmom! I loved having my mom around all the time, she was a SAHM. You can't put a price on time with your kiddos.

    EDIT-- Sorry read that wrong duhhh. Any SAHM's mucho respect-o!
  • LoveLove
    Posts: 12,847Administrator, Moderator
    Reporter/writer; artist; Domestic Development Specialist (lolol) 2,10,11 and SSs 12,13

    Before Spawn, I was a mentor/counselor for At-Risk youth, and before that, I was a staff accountant for a CPA firm.

    community-manager


  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @kysmommy I agree with you completely! @Love did you enjoy working with at risk youth? I have thought about looking into that. I could see how its would be difficult but extremely rewarding at the same time
  • LoveLove
    Posts: 12,847Administrator, Moderator
    It's exactly that @lovinmom. Exactly that. It's heartbreaking, frustrating, agonizing...but at the same time, one of the most rewarding, fulfilling things I've ever done.

    community-manager


  • AnonUser24
    Posts: 2,607Guest
    I am currently a SAHM to a toddler and a baby. Last year I was going to school to work with at risk youth, cchildren, and families. I was going to return to school in September to pursue my social work or psych degree, but I have decided to stay home with my babies until they are in school. My past jobs include data entry clerk for the federal tax agency in Canada, bartender, shooter girl, beer tub girl, stripper :) yee haw lol
  • AKimiBAKimiB
    Posts: 1,812Member
    I want to go back to school for radiology.
    Currently, I am a sahm of 2 little girls. 2.5yo anD a 3mo.

    But, I am trying to explore some options for work at home opportunities. Something that *hopefully* won't involve phones. Lol
    SMSM_s_5 photo SMSM_s_5_zps5d122d86.jpg
  • loveitloveit
    Posts: 1,738Member

    I'm an Interior Designer. 

    I work out of my house and should totally be working on a project as I have a presentation tonight but instead I'm on here obsessing about what to do about my bf!

  • shadylaneshadylane
    Posts: 3,037Member
    Chiropractic assistant. Not what I went to school for and way below what I should be making, but its easy.
    ~slim shady~
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @freedomlover this is something I don't mention do why not put it out for everyone to see right? Lol I have always wondered what it would be like to be a stripper. I doubt I could because I can't dance but I love pole dancing classes
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @shadylane what did you go to school for?
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @loveit I think you should give it time and try to work on the cons if they don't get better what you know in your heart is right. Who am I to comment though lol I'm going through a divorce!
  • loveitloveit
    Posts: 1,738Member
    Thanks @lovinmom you just made me LOL! ;-)
  • AnonUser24
    Posts: 2,607Guest
    I will say this... Being a stripper in Canada is a lot different than in the states. I travelled across Canada, only staying at each club for one week. I actually really enjoyed that time in my life, as I was travelling and seeing the country, free as a bird. I chose where I wanted to go and made fabulous money. And there is no touching or anything like that-there are moats around the stages to prevent that. We had posters, key chains, magnets, lighters etc that the customers would buy off us, that's how we made tips.
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @freedomlover could you do pretty crazy stuff on the pole? I think it takes amazing strength to do that stuff.
  • SammieSammie
    Posts: 7,345Administrator, Moderator
    I am currently a SAHM to a wild firecracker of a (recently turned) 2 year old. This little girl is a hellcat and there's never a dull moment around here. We decided that one of use would be a full time parent when we were pregnant, then DH got a wonderful job opportunity a few weeks before college graduation...so here I am. :) 

    I have a bachelor's degree in Education and Social Psychology, but my career before becoming a mama was a restaurant/bar manager. I LOVED it. It's always been my dream to work with children as a teacher, therapist, or social worker, but I've always worked in the restaurant business as a way to make a good living while going to school and the career just fell in my lap. The salary was way too generous to pass up, so I snagged the job and that's how I met my DH. :)


    @loveit, I was JUST telling Nathan last night that I would LOVE to be an interior designer. They had an interior design program at the University I attended and I was always jealous of the students. 

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  • AnonUser24
    Posts: 2,607Guest
    Omg I have seen some amazingly talented and strong girls on the pole! I am more of a dancer than a gymnist (sp?) So I definitely incorporated the pole in my shows, but I am 5'9" so I wasn't one of the crazy little things flying around up there lol.
  • hercrazymomma
    Posts: 327Member
    I'm a secretary now, used to be in sales making almost twice as much, but am so happy now. Less money but exponentially less stress. I am thinking about going back to school. I'd love to finish my Chemistry degree, but nights and weekends don't really have those classes.
  • shadylaneshadylane
    Posts: 3,037Member
    I have a BA in communications but like an idiot I didn't specialize in anything so my degree is so general its pretty much worthless. I would have to go back and get my masters to make any money, which I would really like to do but I'm already going to be paying off student loans for the rest of my life.
    ~slim shady~
  • chaosmomchaosmom
    Posts: 3,834Member
    Currently SAHM to 4 boys (13, 6, 4 & 3). Previously worked at a bank as supervising teller & then moved into the main vault & played with gobs of money all day :-) then moved closer to home & was the Administrative Asst for the company & personal bitch for the owner...
  • Anonymous
    Posts: 29,314
    Dispatch manager for a small trucking company.  Oh the fun I have dealing with everyone's personal problems and personalities!  Really it is fun.  Everyday is different.  Plus my boss is really awesome - I can bring DD to work if she's sick or out of school; leave early when I need to for DD; my dog comes to work with me too; ETC.
  • scotiamama
    Posts: 1,225Member
    I'm a home care worker. Which I hate this time of year because I hate winter driving :(
  • MalmqukMalmquk
    Posts: 634Member
    I am a bank manager, please don't hate me !!!
  • DemandaDemanda
    Posts: 4,628Member
    Bahahahaha, @Malmquk.  My BF works for a bank, in management as well.  He's always saying things like you just did.
    "The truth will set you free. But first, it will piss you off." ~ Gloria SteinemPhotobucket
  • GrainneGrainne
    Posts: 891Member
    Social work Have worked as child protection social worker, analyst (audit and review of case practice and child deaths) now working in change management for big project initiative in child family services

    Really wish I could be SAHM but can't afford it cost of living is too high here :(
  • kmetz44kmetz44
    Posts: 2,569Member
    SAHM to DD4  and DS2 and part time mommy of a 1 year old (really...she calls me mom)
    Im pretty extraordinary in an ordinary way
  • [Deleted User]
    Posts: 613
    Before I had my DD, I was a professional nanny for ten years while earning my degree in child development and certificates in Postpartum Doula, lactation educator, Infant Sleeping Coaching and Infant Care specialist. I primarily worked with newborns and twins in both North and Southern California. 
    My clientele consisted of celebrities, government officials, famous chefs, Football players, hockey players, socialites, musicians, High end Bankers, actors, heiress', mayors etc......
    I also owned a well known nanny placement service out of san jose, CA which I sold last year. Also high profile clientele (Hardest, stressful, unappreciated job I have ever done!! I don't miss owning my business at all!) 
    While I was building my nanny agency I worked nights doing sleep coaching for twins/newborns, also doing public speaking and helping new moms by referral from the hospitals. 
    I wear many hats. 

    I am now a SAHM while still helping a few moms here and there with sleep coaching, breastfeeding troubles and newborn care. 

  • MarySunshineMarySunshine
    Posts: 5,869Member
    Up until last April I was a PreK teacher in a public school district. Now I am a SAHM to our DS(almost)2 and our basset hound, Bosley. We're expecting another DS March 10.

    If I ever go back to work I'll either sub in the local school district, maybe finally teach Middle School Social Studies like I have always wanted....or do something else entirely different. We'll see how jaded I still am by then.

    I also have my own Etsy shop...I make items as I have time to and sell them. I wouldn't mind doing it more full time once the kids are in school full time. I'd love to do craft shows, too, one day.
    I'm as sexy as a burp mid-kiss. Watch out!

  • BirdieBirdie
    Posts: 1,823Member
    Currently a SAHM. DD8 and DS2. I've worked since I was 14 until 6 months ago when I got married and moved. I was a nanny, an office manager at a massage therapy office and a caregiver to my disabled aunt.

    SMSM_s_5

  • AnonUser37
    Posts: 1,765Member
    I was a full time police officer, now I'm a full time 911 dispatch supervisor and a part time cop, because the hours were better and included less forced overtime (for court, paperwork, etc). I gave up my dream job, for now, but I see twice as much of my son, and still get to kick ass and take names part time ;)

    I've also been a waitress, beer girl/ticket girl at a NASCAR track, lifeguard/swim instructor, worked in retail and an in school suspension supervisor (worst.job.ever.)
  • ImAllEarsImAllEars
    Posts: 27Member
    SC Real Estate Paralegal, 9 years (and I'm only 29).
  • SappieSappie
    Posts: 180Member
    Before I was a SAHM, I was a paralegal.

    Now I'm a SAHM/WAHM - I own my own business Crocheting Hats and other things. It's fun I love it. =D
  • TexasMamaTexasMama
    Posts: 166Member
    SAHM.  I work part-time; I substitute teach at the elementary school my youngest attends.
  • CanadianMamaCanadianMama
    Posts: 9,655Administrator, Moderator
    Oh gosh, when I made money: Event Organizing, I was a fundraising coordinator and I had a lot of Office Jobs, I've also done Graphic Design and Advertising consulting on the side (sounds fancier than it is: i.e. I helped friends of friends with brochures, flyers, etc.) I am currently a student, and mom. 

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  • battibatti
    Posts: 2,164Member
    Currently SAHM, toddler and preschool aged boys. I used to be a customer service rep for a bank, then a cell phone company. ALWAYS be nice to the CS reps! That's how you get what you want. ;)

    SMSM_s_5

  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @Sappie did you like paralegal? I was going to school for that but I stopped a yr ago. I need to go back
  • shadylaneshadylane
    Posts: 3,037Member
    This is so weird, I was just complaining and went to work and got offered a promotion! Its not set in stone yet but I will get a raise and insurance! Yay!
    ~slim shady~
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @shadylane wahooooo! Hopefully it works out!
  • CanadianMamaCanadianMama
    Posts: 9,655Administrator, Moderator
    Yay @shadylane!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That's awesome news!!!!!! 

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  • SappieSappie
    Posts: 180Member
    @lovinmom - it was alright but really draining.  I worked for a bankruptcy firm though and the people kind of got me down after a while.  Being yelled at everyday for 5 years wasn't a lot of fun.  The company was a good one though and that made up for it, but in the end if I ever needed to get a job again I would probably go some where else.
  • lovinmom
    Posts: 682Member
    @Sappie that's what I heard so I kind of got bummed out and wasn't sure what to do with school
  • anonymommy
    Posts: 1,491Member
    I'm an attorney (another please don't hate me job).  Before law school I was a social worker in the mental health field.  I would LOVE to be able to stay at home with my son, at least part time, but I am swimming in student loan debt, so that won't be happening. 
  • TechPrincessTechPrincess
    Posts: 75Member
    Operations manager for an IT company 
  • CanadianMamaCanadianMama
    Posts: 9,655Administrator, Moderator
    @anonymommy I am hoping to go to law school, and my dad is a lawyer, you won't get any hate from me :D

    community-manager


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