Proposal II

Well, I was called into HR today and told that my proposal was a no-go. I wasn't surprised and shrugged it off by asking for eight weeks of maternity leave instead of the standard six weeks (we don't qualify for FMLA). That request was pretty much granted.

I was also informed that since I have so much free time that I will be taking on additional responsibilities to keep me busy with no discussion of a pay raise. How generous!!

I figure that eight weeks will give me enough time off to recover and find a part-time job for the evenings. I'll be able to use up my four weeks vacation and sick time as well.

Honestly, I'm angry that I've hit a glass ceiling in a woman's organization. I'm upset that I'll not be leaving on good terms and therefore burning a bridge to the one place that I've been proud to work for. I'm hurt that I'm not valuable enough to make arrangements with. I'm insecure about my value as an employee. I'm relieved that my boss is supportive of any decision that I make and understands where I am coming from.

In the end I know it'll work out. After talking to a single mother friend of mine yesterday, I'm thankful once again that I am not doing this alone but with The (mostly) Wonderful Husband.

Update: I just got off with the phone with The Husband. I was a little nervous about sharing the news as he (understandably) doesn't like me to do anything rash when it comes to jobs. However, as soon as I told him, his response was, "F*ck 'em." I love my husband.