[scottiegazelle]

Hi, guys, I am struggling here.

I am presently a SAHM, homeschooling mom of four kids, 6, 4, 2, and 6 months. I love being with my kids, love being home, and am very blessed at this point to have no financial need to work. We are in the process of finishing a "gazelle intense" plan to get out of debt, and so we have only our student loans and a motor home that is on the market; no credit cards or car loans.

I am trying to decide whether or not to pick up a party plan. I sort of stumbled onto one that I am really interested in. I did parties for another company for almost three years while my oldest was little, and I did pretty good - brought home around $1000-1500/month and built up a team - so I have an idea of what it takes to do it; I know it's not all easy-squeezy. When I think about it, I get really excited and have some great ideas on what else I can do to make the business a success. At the same time, I worry about how much time it will take away from my kids.

I mapped out a gameplan that included working very lightly - one show a month, and an open house each week at my home during naptime. I thought I could make phone calls during nap time (my 6 yo doesn't nap but she lays down with a book and rests), but then dh pointed out that nap time is pretty much the only "me" time I have. I thought about keeping calls down to maybe two days a week.

We are presently living (don't flinch) in a 36 ft motorhome; we are moving into a house at the end of the month. That will provide me with some massive stress relief; you don't know how nice it is to be able to close a real door or leave your (older) kids to play at the other end of the house. I am thinking maybe I should wait until we move in and are there for awhile, and see how things pan out? On the other hand, I am thinking about the fact that this is probably about the best time of the year to do it (with Christmas coming up), so I should go ahead.

I think the biggest problem is that I feel guilty about it. The money would basically be gravy; I'd probably use most of it to pay extra on the house, . I think just writing this has sort of helped me to clarify, but I would love any thoughts you guys have. Sorry if this rambles!

[MiaCamille]

well i say if you have the "time" to do it go for it why not... it will make extra money and if you enjoy it that's wonderful!!

[MommyDee]

If it were me, I'd get my plans in place now and start up right after moving into the new house. That way you're organized and ready to go for the height of the Christmas season. It sounds like a great idea to make some extra $$$, and if you schedule it the way you're planning, you shouldn't lose too much "you" time either. Good luck with it!

[QueenAngie]

You do not have time to sleep, do you!

Don't know how you have the energy to do everything in 24*, my dear.

Which ever plan you choose, I can tell you are going to be one organized business woman.

All the best!
Angie

[scottiegazelle]

Thanks everyone for the advice! After talking to several people, I decided to wait until after we move into the house and "settle in," then go from there.

Thanks again!

[interwal]

It is very hard to be a WAHM having 4 kids, unless you're a very organized mom. You also need your husband help in some important moments. But if you want to start, then do it now, right now. Later you might think in a diferent way.

[jmmv08]

I think that’s a wonderful idea. It is not easy to be a WAHM having 4 kids, but I know you can do it.

[chio88]

Originally Posted by scottiegazelle

I decided to wait until after we move into the house and "settle in," then go from there.

That sounds like a very good idea!