Good Post Ben!!!

I had to take medical leave from work late last year and early into this year. Because of FMLA, I actually did have to go into details regarding my absences but only to my HR lady. I had to have papers filled out by my PDoc and T. I did feel very violated at times but the law is the law I suppose. I guess my bosses were cool, to an extent. I think their main concern was their business, which is understandable.

I do remember when I did return back to part time duty, my boss bought me a box of Chamomile tea and it had a little note attached saying how much I was missed. I did appreciate that. I also got a very warm reception from many others there so I did feel good about that also.

For me though, I wasnt able to really concentrate on me or getting well as long as I was still there at the job. It took me a while to figure that out though. I had a lot of responsibilty there, not just my work but I had to make sure 4 other people's work was done as well. Too much for me to handle.

I guess for the most part they were understanding. I did go to them several times asking to step down as team leader because it was too much. They never accepted that and told me to take it easy and not to make such a rash decision. I dont know if they didnt understand the severity of my situation or if there was no one there compitent enough to replace me. I guess I will never know.

Bottom line, it took me 6 months to finally realize I wasnt superwomen, I couldnt do it all and I was human, and I needed help. In order to do that I had to let go fully, of that realization and my job. So I chose me. I quit and I feel that was the best dicision then and now. I dont really miss my job, I just miss the people.

I still keep in contact with my boss's and they wish me well.

I hope I wasnt too off topic. LOL

Thanks for the thread

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Huggles,


Jen