not just because there is less money coming into the household, but just the other day my dh said, "you are a better person when you work".

I know that sounds mean out of context - but I know it's true too. I lost a part of me that was important to my self-esteem.

On the other side of things, I've been able to go visit my family. Being a real "presence" for my grand children has been a lot of fun, rather than only seeing them a few times a year because of job responsibilities.

My job gave me something to be responsible about in ways just being a housewife doesn't. I think I'm done greiving about it though, and will just keep looking for work.

What are some of you going through, not just the finiancal part?