Chad and Nicole found out today that they are being transferred . . already. The news didn’t come as a surprise since it’s been in the works or a month or so. When Chad got the job that would require frequent moves, I wondered how Nicole would handle it. Her family never moved around and her parents, grandparents, aunt and uncle live in the same area where they all grew up. Nicole’s mom went to college there and met Nicole’s dad and stayed so even though she didn’t actually grow up there, she’s like a home town girl after all these years. Chad, on the other hand, would probably be quite content living in a hotel and being in a new city every week or two.
They have the cutest little house with a very nice yard. I’m sure this is just one of very many moves they will be making. They actually moved into their little house on November 1 and expected to be there a couple of years . . but they made it 10 months.
Cute House
Chad had a choice between several locations and I think he’s pretty happy with where he’s going. The bad news is . . it isn’t closer to me. The good news is . . there are no scary bridges between here and there . . I think. I don’t think I’ve ever traveled the route I will take to get there.
Nicole seems ok with the decision. I don’t think she will be moving right away .. the new store is close enough that Chad can commute for a while, til they find something that works for them. They still have just one vehicle so when Chad’s gone, Nicole is without a car. It’s tough being young folks in this economy . . but I’m proud of them for not going into debt to get a second car.
Wish them luck!
marion morgan says
They are young, they will work it out and be wiser for doing it on their own. It is exciting that they think enough of Chad to move him because that means moving up usually. And it doesn’t sound too bad for you, Judy, bridges and all.
Helen in VA says
The economy was awful when we first married, but I count myself lucky that I wasn’t used to the luxuries that I take for granted now.
I admire them for their approach.
I’m thrilled for you that there are no bridges!
MarilynS says
Judy, I am thrilled for Chad and his family. Maybe after a few more moves/promotions he will end up closer to you. I know how proud you and Vince are. I’m also glad that there may not be any bridges in your way! That may save you some travel time!
As for Nicole not having a car, that is hard if she has to take Addie for a fast visit to the Dr. or something like that. When you are ready for a new little Honda CRV, maybe they would welcome having that car. It would probably be worth more to them than you could get on a trade in. We did that once for our oldest son, gave him Dad’s old Toyota truck that was in good shape but lots of miles. He drove it for years and we would have realized very little $$$ for selling it or trading it in. He made payments to us for what it was worth as a trade in, made everyone of them and had a safe vehicle that had over 100 miles a day put on it (driving from San Clemente to Chino every day). It made him responsible as it just was not given to him. I’d be proud of Chad and Nicole as well. You have a beautiful family.
Marilyn
ranch wife says
Sounds like they are level headed and they’ll do well no matter where they go. How exciting for them that Chad is moving up. Happy to hear that they aren’t moving farther and that you won’t have to cross any scary bridges
I don’t like them either.
Paula says
Love the house they live in.
Paula in KY
Joan in NE says
That is a good sign that he is being transferred so soon. Usually means they have him in mind for bigger things. They will do fine, they are young and will get acquainted with people where ever they go. Just glad for you they weren’t transferred hundreds of miles in the opposite direction. AND no bridges is good.
Brenda B. says
How exciting – maybe we’ll get to see him now when we visit the kids. We go in that WalMart every so often. Let us know if there’s anything we can do to help!
Beth-near Washington DC says
Send them the Highlander! Simple fix!
Susan says
Yay! No bridges!
Eileen Eisner says
Congratulations to Chad and Nicole! I wish it had been closer, but we can hope for future transfers! Jessie and Dave have been married 10 years in October and they are so thrifty and have managed too with one car. It’s not easy and I admire them for their sacrifices too. Too easy to get in over your head, huh! Beautiful home too!
Teresa in Music City says
At least they are getting the moving stage out of the way early before Addie starts school and makes friends (hopefully!). They really should be commended for not going out and splurging on a second car – so many young people today believe they have to have everything, and right now!
Diane says
Good for them!!!! Sad they have to move so soon after moving into the cute house. Hopefully they will find another one they will be just as happy in.
I hope you are correct about the bridges.
Angie says
Congratulations to Chad! Moving when you are a young couple is a given usually. We moved around a lot to different job sites the first 8 or so years of our married life. We would buy an inexpensive used second car for me to drive because Bill needed his work truck at all times. Then we would sell it before we left to go to the next destination. When you have small children it’s hard to be without a second car and your husband is working long hour days or just home on the weekends. I hope they can find a way to budget a second car, or hopefully Nicole has close friends she can spend time with and can hitch rides with just to get out of the house sometime. Maybe she is in stroller walking distance of town. Big changes ahead.
Linda Steller says
Wow – moving already! Well, it’s nice to be young and fairly mobile. I need to start thinning my junk so I’ll be ready for the move to the old folks’ home!
Mel Meister says
Wow… life sure changes in a hurry, doesn’t it? Well, before you know it, he will be transferred to Texas!