Movin' on Up

 So, I'll go ahead and share the cool news!

 As you may know, Gary has been with his current company for about 5 years. He had been ready to move up and expand, yet he felt he wasn't going anywhere with his job. It's been great, don't get me wrong, as he's learned so many valuable things, but it was just time for him to grow- know what I mean? Anyway, he put up his resume and received contacts looking to speak to him. He had some interviews and in the end, it was narrowed down to two companies- FOX Media in Glendale and ETC Global Holdings in Los Angeles (a block away from the Staples Center). They were both offering great positions and benefits, so it was definitely something we prayed and prayed and prayed about.

Well, ETC seemed to be more on top of things and he had several different types of interviews with them- over the phone, in person, tests to see his skills, etc. He only had phone interviews with FOX. ETC came forward and offered him the position first. Gary didn't accept right away, as we still had some talking and praying to do. However, after receiving confirmation this was the way to go, he accepted. That same day, FOX called and wanted to finally meet with him in person and go over the job details. He turned them down. It wasn't sad or upsetting, because we already knew he made the right decision. One concern when it came to working for FOX was he felt he would be pigeonholed- it was the same job he's doing with his current company, but on a senior level. The goal was to grow, not do the same role.

Anyway, he starts mid-April and he is excited! We both are. Sure, he'll have a commute, but with the new car and major salary increase, it'll be just fine. When our lease is up, we'll consider moving closer, but we would still like to raise a family in Santa Clarita- we'll see. There are some nice areas south too. We are considering buying a condo first, but once we reach our desired savings, we'll go from there. Anyway, the job is great. His role will be a SQL Developer and Database Administrator (DBA). The benefits they offer are amazing, and he has many opportunities to grow within this company, which is mainly why he chose this position. Everyone is friendly, the company offers lunch on Fridays, and he can really start saving for retirement with their benefits. Another great bonus? He has his own private parking, which he can use 24/7. Remember how I said it's a block from the Staples Center? Well, there you go. And for the record, the role of the company is to provide transaction clearings for security transactions (whatever that means).

It also requires him to wear a suit. So, he spoiled himself and bought some really nice suits from Mens Wearhouse- they tailored them up to fit him properly, so he's all set with a new wardrobe for his new job- so handsome!! I teased him and told him he's a big boy now. I am so proud of him!

Anyway, that's the cool news! He's movin' on up. Now we can really start saving to build a foundation for the future (yes, kids are coming soon- we are't planning on waiting too much longer).

And my job is going well. Got some new cases, so I've been busy. But life is good. And I'm totally looking forward to Easter! Then Conference!

Besides that, we haven't been up to much. Just stayin' busy. Okay, bye!