Money, career, moving, leaving, decisions- advice Please?!?!?
I am a single mom and I have been offered a wonderful job 200 miles from where I live. It is the same type of work I have done all my life and I love it!!! The problem is I have children that will be 17 years old and they do not want to move and go to a different school. We have been struggling with finances and medical bills and this job will allow insurance and great money. My children are mature and could handle living on their own during the week and I could come home on the weekends if they stayed here and I moved. I need some advice from parents who have been in same situation. I do not want my children resenting me for making them move again. Both are very responsible and I feel can handle it and so do they. They are happy for me on the job offer and want to give it a try. I have informed them that if grades fall or problems arise they would have to move with me. I would like input from other parents who have done this and how did it work for your family. Thank You!!
Public Comments
- I have not had to make the same decision as you do... but as a mother, I can relate to how torn you must feel. If you have friends or family in the city where you live, you should consider having your kids stay with them. While your children may be mature, because they are under the age of 18, (you need to consult an attorney) they may require regular adult supervision. My aunt had to leave the country recently and left my cousins behind to finish the school year... My parents and I took turns in 'checking in' on my cousins, (15 and 17) just to make sure they are doing OK. Best wishes to you.
- You are the parent. Tell them you are all moving for a better life then pack up and go. Under no circumstances leave them alone until they are of legal age.
