tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post3298869631841389110..comments2024-03-29T07:15:45.500-07:00Comments on The Hawaii Plan: The 40 week plan, part 2Hawaii Plannerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-8930279988455666962016-02-16T19:20:52.555-08:002016-02-16T19:20:52.555-08:00We've definitely thought of having M stay, ren...We've definitely thought of having M stay, rent a super cheap (that's a pretty flexible definition, given COL here) & we'd move back to Seattle. It's an option. We're both thinking about career choices & our plan. There's a lot to think about. Thanks so much for the great advice - I really like your approach! :-) Hawaii Plannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-75058425398161693762016-02-16T19:17:20.101-08:002016-02-16T19:17:20.101-08:00I think most people live much further out, & d...I think most people live much further out, & deal with a super long commute. That's another option, but not something we're considering right now.Hawaii Plannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-74060730473302320402016-02-16T19:16:36.036-08:002016-02-16T19:16:36.036-08:00Things are great. Minus the COL. That little minor...Things are great. Minus the COL. That little minor detail. ;-) We'll ride out the next year & see if anything changes. Hawaii Plannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-28015076753520203202016-02-16T19:15:59.322-08:002016-02-16T19:15:59.322-08:00It's crazy here. So, so crazy!It's crazy here. So, so crazy! Hawaii Plannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-19118617082826301872016-02-16T19:15:45.179-08:002016-02-16T19:15:45.179-08:00You are correct on all fronts! We absolutely moved...You are correct on all fronts! We absolutely moved for M's job. I like the way you think. ;-)Hawaii Plannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-1200522586133791762016-02-16T19:15:20.456-08:002016-02-16T19:15:20.456-08:00Oh, California has weather advantages that make it...Oh, California has weather advantages that make it pretty hard to think of moving back to Seattle (which I adore, but just not the weather). But, I think we'll likely live somewhere sunny in our retirement, so this is not forever. :-)Hawaii Plannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-3801218780797852792016-02-12T18:31:47.645-08:002016-02-12T18:31:47.645-08:00Oh and I should add/clarify, given your age/experi...Oh and I should add/clarify, given your age/experience level, NOW is a great time for you and M to write your "bucket list" of what you want for your career/work atmosphere etc. because with the 18 months time frame a lot can happen. I don't know what sector you guys work in since some things are easier in certain sectors...but theoretically you/M can earn a ton of money working for a company that isn't based near you and you/M could work from 3 weeks out of the month, possibly fly to the company headquarters for one week out of the month etc. so where you live doesn't necessarily matter. (Just an example but that's what I meant by thinking outside the box.) There are probably a few combinations of how to structure work/life and what's ideal for your family so don't rule anything out just yet. Come up with what would work for your family and then go find those companies! ~ PruBaroness Prudent Spendinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12549172230068008580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-82115158479002408322016-02-12T18:26:17.611-08:002016-02-12T18:26:17.611-08:00Wow HP! Logically looking at the options, this so...Wow HP! Logically looking at the options, this sounds like the best choice. But it also comes down to how important career is and the options (from all your postings career is important to both you and M). I think if you guys think outside the box, you can find companies that will accommodate everything you need/want especially since you have 18 months to suss things out etc.<br />~ PruBaroness Prudent Spendinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12549172230068008580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-88497333689481319662016-02-11T13:14:02.796-08:002016-02-11T13:14:02.796-08:00When I read your list of options, the Seattle move...When I read your list of options, the Seattle move seemed like the obvious choice to me too. It is great for the kids; and they matter most IMHO. I also can't believe housing costs in your area, although I have a son in LA, so I kind of had an idea. Worse than NYC, that is for sure. We live in a very very inexpensive part of the country, so I can't imagine how the average family exists in that kind of housing market . Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-82930521509979167482016-02-11T09:29:38.677-08:002016-02-11T09:29:38.677-08:00I really just can't believe the real estate pr...I really just can't believe the real estate prices in your area (I mean, I believe it's true ... it just boggles my mind). My low cost of living brain can't even wrap itself around the type of wealth that must be prevalent in your area.<br /><br />I do hope something miraculous happens because it sounds like your life is pretty idyllic (sans the 5K monthly rent)in California. <br /><br />Ms. Morelesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05254210551387134202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-91269329451713945782016-02-11T09:29:34.684-08:002016-02-11T09:29:34.684-08:00i agree with Sluggy, moving back to Seattle seems ...i agree with Sluggy, moving back to Seattle seems the best choice. The kids know their school and it won't be too stressful. You need this change for your whole family and with the money you've saved, which is a lot, the transition should go smoothly. I don't think you're going to find a condo that's affordable in the bay area. It is hugely expensive there.<br />And don't feel guilty!!tahoegirl.bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02018956654761369565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-5649424427391444762016-02-11T09:20:32.767-08:002016-02-11T09:20:32.767-08:00And don't be beating yourself up too much over...And don't be beating yourself up too much over the guilt thing about leaving your crazy job. After all, if I remember correctly, y'all moved to CA for M's job opportunity, thus you are in this position due to him mostly. ;-)<br /><br />I also think moving back to WA will mean less costs, not only in usual cost of living things but also in spending on travel/vacations as you will be closer to family and you seem to spend a lot of time with them.<br />Sounds like the best option to move back in many ways.slugmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12728856166374248591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2445523662180116681.post-39218765015301999702016-02-11T09:06:03.987-08:002016-02-11T09:06:03.987-08:00I think moving back to Seattle is still making you...I think moving back to Seattle is still making your kids a priority because you know it will be an easier transition for them plus you not working in your current crazy capacity means you have more time for your boys which I bet they will be happy about. <br /><br />I understand the love of California (beaches/warm weather) but the sheer amount of people means that housing costs will never go down. Every once in awhile I see job postings there for what I do and I think, nope too many people and too expensive for my blood.Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02140101848088307943noreply@blogger.com