Week 34: Maternity leave begins!

Last day at work yesterday! Whoop whoop! I must admit it felt very surreal and I don't think it has properly sunk in yet. When Little E is at nursery tomorrow it will all feel real.

I leave work with a mixture of emotions. Relief being the first because over the weekend my pelvis gave in leaving me unable to manage more than a shuffling walk, so physically it is the right time. But there is also some sadness and a sense of unease. Work gives my life structure and allows my brain to channel different avenues which don't get stimulated at home. I like engaging with people on subjects other than mine/their children and being challenged with opinions different from my own. The overriding feeling is that I will miss my team. I work with a fantastic group of people who have been great during my pregnancy. Some I have only known for a short time and others I have worked with for years but they are my home from home and I am going to miss them all.