amy g. Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I mentioned on another thread that the company Dh works for is being bought, and he did not want to work for the people in charge of the new company. I wanted him to take a job with a research group, which would provide job security and room for advancement although the work itself would be boring to Dh. As a consolation prize, I offered to travel internationally with him to the research groups quarterly meetings. We found out this week, that the new company has laid off the people Dh did not want to work with. They are promoting him, and giving him his own department and his own staff and budget with the promise of another quick promotion if he takes the job. They are still in negotiations about benefits, vacation, and healthcare for retirees, but dh is excited about the job, and the opportunity to help make the transition easy for everyone. So even though he is not taking the other job, he is still a member of the research group, and needs to attend meetings. I'm going to accompany him to Barcelona in May. My 17 year old's best friend is 37, and her daughter is my 13 year old's best friend. They are going to stay here when I am gone and hold down the farm. I just thought I would update since it turned out to be a win all the way around. Dh gets a job he is excited about. I get a chance to get away, and actually have an uninterrupted conversation with him, the kids get a week with their friends, and the friends get to earn a little spending money. I wanted to thank everyone for the input. Your comments helped me think the situation out from all perspectives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vettechmomof2 Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 that sounds like a wonderful experience all around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Wow, that does sound great for all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simka2 Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Good News! Sounds exciting and like a really good fit. :D Feel free to send those favorable vibes our way!!!! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Sounds like a win-win:001_smile:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted February 16, 2012 Author Share Posted February 16, 2012 Simka, I'm sending good vibes your way. It seems like it is a time of transition for the entire industry. It is hard for me to not be anxious about it. I'm practicing letting go, but so far, I suck at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Great update!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Have a great time! I went to Rome and Thessaloniki with my DH last summer for work. We had a nice time. It was good for us. Barcelona sounds wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleIzumi Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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