Sadly there are still plenty of people around who regard a career break as either a sign of weakness or grounds for suspicion. The important point when dealing with enquiries about your absence from the workforce, whether from them or from those who are simply interested, is to be upfront and positive. There's nothing to be ashamed of. Your time out was either beyond your control or something you chose to do for good reasons. It may well have given you new skills and experience. It will certainly have given you a new perspective and a fresh approach to bring to your work. It has made you a better person and will make you a better worker.
