Comments on: Your Money or Your Life? Choosing Between Family and Career

By: St. Paul Mover

St. Paul Mover — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:13:41 +0000

It seems everyone is in agreement that this was the right choice, and that’s my opinion as well. Family should come first, especially something like a wedding that only happens once (or a couple times =] ). Also, it’s important to remember that this is only temporary, you will soon be back on the job market. So while it’s difficult to pass up a paycheck in these times, it’s good to remember that better times are sure to follow.
-Jeff

By: Debt Destroyer

Debt Destroyer — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:22:12 +0000

@ Kristy – Actually she’s picked up a couple of more weddings since I first posted this, so everything should be OK. But we don’t like to count our chickens before they hatch.

@ Cassy – I couldn’t agree more that family is what is important. And my wife will be tickled that so many people think she is “in -demand”

@FixThePig – “Memories will last longer than any paycheck” I wouldn’t say any paycheck, but they’ll most definitely last longer than any of mine.

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By: FixThePig

FixThePig — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 02:56:11 +0000

Given the choice I would’ve taken family over work as well. Granted in today’s economic conditions it’s hard to walk away from work, however family it what will truly make the journey through these times bearable. Memories last much longer then any paycheck !

By: Cassy

Cassy — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:20:49 +0000

The decision made by you is the right one! Family is the best we have ever had, have or will have in our lives. And no money can replace it. By the way, I would like to congratulate you wife who is highly-demanded as a photographer. Wish her good luck!

By: Kristy @ Master Your Card

Kristy @ Master Your Card — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:16:02 +0000

I think you guys made an excellent decision! While work is important and has it’s place in our lives, we should not schedule our family life around work. I did that for many years and I missed a lot. Of course, I’m single, so I’m talking about missing the birth of my nephew, then my niece, then birthdays, and holidays. I’ve missed a lot. While I’m not close to a lot of people in my family, my niece and nephew are very important to me and I’m trying to make sure I’m there in every way for them.

I read somewhere that Valentine’s day is one of the most requested wedding days of the year, and then spring is a huge time for weddings as well. I bet the phone calls will still be coming for your wife and you guys will have nothing to worry about on that front!

By: Debt Destroyer

Debt Destroyer — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 22:04:18 +0000

Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@The Weakonomist – Congratulations on your engagement, and the fact that you are excited about your photographer!

It’s funny my wife just received an inquiry about a July 2010 date, before she’s received any for the corresponding weekend in 2009. That’s just how it goes.

@David – I’m starting to think so too. Now we’re thinking of blocking off the NYC trip weekend as well. So if we cancel, it will be for a different reason.

@ Lori – First off let me say that I love Chicago!

My wife likes being a “bouquet” option for the brides, she thinks she’d lose that if she’d take on an associate.

Couldn’t agree more about hairdressers spreading the word. We’ve also had good luck with florists, venues, and other photographers.

By: Lori

Lori — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:48:46 +0000

Congratulations to your wife on her promotion! She just became and “in demand” wedding photographer! Has she considered taking on an apprentice for times like this? I have been in the hair industry for 20 years and know firsthand how nerve-racking it can be to turn down a customer. But this can really work to her advantage. Now she can say, “I book early.” “My calendar fills up quickly.” If you are truly nervous about the phone not ringing, hit the pavement with business cards in hand. Don’t discount, but use this time to get better known at the local wedding businesses. Is she getting her hair done on a regular basis at the busiest wedding salon in town? Hairdressers like to spread the word! Good Luck! Lori in Chicago

By: David

David — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:57:01 +0000

I think that you and your wife made a great decision.

There will be few times in life that we ever look back and say “I wish I would not have gone to that family member’s wedding.”