Tempted by vacancy in my old stomping ground. Should I stick to what I know or continue as a SAHM and try to freelance?

[MrsSeanBean]

I gave up work to be a SAHM after maternity leave and the statutory return period. Have 18mo DS.

I have just seen a job ad in the software development field. I am tempted to go for it, but would also love to continue being a sahm and try to do some freelance writing (legible, not the software kind!) I recognise this would not pay well if at all... but I would be following a dream.

On the other hand, I am very tempted to apply for this job. Obviously we would be a lot better off if I got it. It sounds just right for me, a dream fit and convenient location. It's not just the money that's tempting me. I feel as if I am stagnating a bit, much as I love being with DS.

Don't want part time work, I am an all or nothing person.

Decisions, decisions.

WWYD?

So the job is full-time?

How do you feel about that?

IME, it's

a) worth trying full-time. If you don't like it and you can afford to, quit. Least you've tried it.

b) Apply for the job anyway. You can always turn it down.

Yes doodle, good points. The application process would be a useful refresher in itself. It is full time: I do miss the world of work deep down. Never thought I would hear myself say that.