It's official, these east coast Chipmans are becoming west coast Chipmans. I have officially accepted a position with our division in El Segundo (basically LA), starting mid May. Not to say that we're ready to leave DC; there are so many friends that we'll leave behind. This has been our home for several years, and more so for Abby. There are so many great memories and experiences that we've had. After all, this is where we met, and has beeen our first home together. So there are definitely some mixed feelings.
Since we do like adventure, we've decided to not do any house hunting until we get there. In fact, we're not even going to pack until the week before. OK, it's not because we like adventure. I'm out of the country until the week before, and Abby is busy with tax season at work and helping one of get best friends get married the day before we move. It is a little crazy. Oh, and we're running the Indy half marathon the weekend I get home too.
The move is basically a new assignment for me with the same company. This will at least help minimize some of the change and facilitates the move. We're still working on the details, but we know that I'll be working near LAX. So now the hunt is on to see where we'll live. Could be north in west LA, or in South Bay. We do know that we won't be on the beach though. Something about real estate in CA.... Any way, more to come in the future. Just wanted to share...
The best part is that you will be a bit closer to Idaho. That will come in handy when California falls into the ocean. Start figuring out your escape route. We've got extra beds waiting for you. So, you already have plates?
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome! I'll still be in the bay area for a few months. It will be nice having family in the same state again:)
ReplyDeleteToo bad there's no time for a trip to Florida before you leave. ;-) We are sorry you won't be so close any more. However and regardless of whether or not it is going to fall into the ocean, you're going to one of my favorite places (to live) on earth! So, woohoo for the Chipmans!
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P.S. Be safe wherever you are in the middle east!
david, i heard about the sand storm delay at the airport. sorry about that. can't wait to have you closer. please be safe in saudi. you are in the heat and we are still pretty cool here, weather wise:) can't wait to see both of you sometime soon. now you can get to know the knapps maybe? it will be a wonderful adventure.
ReplyDeleteMy sister and I were just thinking of vacationing for a few days in Cali this summer... We'll have to be in touch and maybe say HI. Congrats on the new position!
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