I've been feeling antsy about my work situation again. I still love working as a decorator at the bakery, but I'm starting to feel guilty about not doing something that "matters". I have a ridiculous amount of education, and I feel like I should be doing something with it. I know, I know, I had a perfect opportunity at the museum and I gave it away.
This week I found out that Hobbitland is for sale. The business, not the building. It's this cool indoor play space that I've been to a couple of times because of a Living Social coupon my mom got a while back. It's owned by two women, one going back to school and the other starting a photography studio. And for about 24 hours Joe and I seriously considered buying it. The hours are good, Lily could be there with me, and I would feel like I was contributing something. I had all sorts of ideas for changes/improvements I could make. The teacher in me went nuts planning special themes, events, curriculum.
And then I went to work for two days at the bakery. Things went fine, but I was definitely ready for a day off. And I really liked not having to think about anything work related when I was done. That's not possible if you own a business. And it occurred to me that just because the place is open from 9-2 doesn't mean those are the only hours you have to work. So, I came to my senses and admitted to myself (and Joe) that I'm not really ready to own a business yet.
I definitely have dreams of starting a small cake shop someday. And that dream becomes a little more detailed each week as I learn more about cakes, decorating, and baking. Eventually I'll have the time to devote to starting something grand, but for now working for two days a week and playing for five is just fine by me.
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