Leaving the Museum

After learning the curator may be leaving us, my first instinct was to leave myself. I listed the reasons here.

Since then, I've thought about a few things. What if he doesn't leave, doesn't get the new position at the other museum? Do I stay?  At first my first reaction was going to be, 'of course I'd stay if he does'. I would be wrong. Taking into account even if Crazy C wasn't there, I do believe I've lost interest for the time being.

I try not to make rash decisions without over thinking it first.
*Does Crazy C play a role? Surprisingly no.
*Am I actually enjoying the work? Most of the time, albeit, it's dull more often than not.
*Am I just tired of giving 4 hours every Friday after working a compressed work week? Yes. Just tired.
*Does it being Volunteer play a role?  Sometimes, but no. I knew this was a non paid gig.
*Am I getting anything out of it? Yes. Different skills, community relationships, a stalker,  networking contacts, references, feeling good about giving back to something I have an interest in. Knowing I had a small role in making the bigger picture possible for public awareness, and education roles.
*Is it more of a break I need? Most definitely.
*How long should the break be? No idea. A few weeks? Longer?
*Will I use that new free time for anything? For a bit, no. Probably use it to make some extra money for a few weeks/months.
*If the curator does leave, and I'm gone before the newbie arrives, will they take me back or will I need to reapply? No idea. To be discussed with the current curator.  I mean it's a 'break', not my resignation.
*When will my last day be? Today? Or April 8th? (I'm off April 1st). Maybe make it the 8th and give them the option of saying today is okay?

These are the things I've been thinking about since Wednesday. Two whole days. lol  Most would think 'it's a volunteer job, just quit.' It's more than that. It is a job. One I treat with respect and professionalism.  Never know how these networks could open a door for me down the road. These are people who have connections with people of status and influence throughout the city and neighbouring cities. So, it's not just a volunteer position that I can quit on a whim. Can't just walk in and announce I'm leaving. It would be professional to give a written resignation or notice of temporary leave of absence, then be in regular contact with the team.

Yes, I over think. I do this cos I tend to react in the heat of the moment of the emotion I'm feeling at that time.  This way, I've giving myself time to reflect without haste to ensure I'm making a sound decision. I practice this with personal relationships too. It's not always possible, however when it is, and I can control  how much time I have, I take the time.  As it were, I'm getting my ducks in a row.

In the other parts of my life, I'm pretty relaxed, roll with it, spontaneous at times. It's all about balance for me.

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Ok ducks are in a row.. here is my letter.

(this area has all the standard formal address headings etc)

It is with my sincerest regret to inform you that I am requesting a temporary leave of absence for a few months for undisclosed reasons. This will be effective April 8th as my last day.



I’d very much like to thank you for the opportunity you’ve provide me, to be part of a community full of history and to contribute behind the scenes in the small role that makes the bigger picture possible for public knowledge. I look forward to staying in close contact with you, continuing to attend the volunteer Victorian Dinners and returning to the museum mid November, should you welcome my return from this temporary absence.


I am still available to be reached by email or phone during this absence from the museum to assist with any projects where you may be short of people to complete tasks with a shorter deadline.


Thank you again for this opportunity to be part of something great.

Sincerely,

(signature here)

Me.
Museum Volunteer - Curatorial Department.

Yhea for google and having a template of any possible letter you could ever need to write.
:-)

.............so, what do you think? Think they'll take me back?