Fortune favours the brave
Posted 17-04-2008 at 09:43 PM by Meadow
That was what my kiwi pal said who i befriended on myspace.We live just round the corner from them now.lol.Lovely couple
He said that, when i had explained maybe around september that im not sure now if i can go ahead with this whole move to the other side of the world.
We never had a job offer, visa or anything .We planned on just arriving,seeing the place,all going well hubby finds work then we apply to stay.
I had great encouragement from a lovely woman in Auckland who done it that way,she kept giving my reasons why it could work for us.
Then i had this other person,who kept explaing that we were brave and taking a HUGE risk as he knew someone who still hasnt got PR after 3 years.
My head was completely scrambled for months.
We then had a final decision maker,hubby got payed off.
And his line of work was in the building trade and there was no work available due to Polish migrants. 2 Poles replaced his job.
After months of trecking round sites and told no thanks,we thought hey whats there to lose.
I have 3 kids too and do beleive it was the right thing for them.
Though my eldest said he wasnt coming
He has college to sort out in Glasgow first and then i hope he comes over. I know hes coming with my parents at xmas,so hopefully he might decide to stay at a later date.
The decision to leave my parents was tough,as with my son.
Both my parents got diagnosed with cancer in 2005,one right after the other. Mum-bowel dad-lung.
They both have had good results from the ops and neither needed chemo or radiation,and up till now<touches wood> Everything for them both is good.
But its still a worry,being other side of the world.
So as i said'fortune favours the brave'
That was the advice we followed and aye we could be brave or downright mental,but we have had fun
Saying the goodbyes was horrific and i can honestly say it was the hardest thing ive ever done(and ive gave birth twice without painkillers,i know hard)
My wee mas face was heartbreaking and i felt terrible leaving her,she seemed to shrink.My da was crying ,and then the goodbyes with my son.
Even my 2 big brothers whom ive never seen crying both had tears.
Im filling up just now thinking back.
So walking away from all your family ,thats brave.
But ive no regrets.
We phone every 2nd or 3rd day. They are so excited about all coming over at xmas,and so am i.(as long as we get work permit)
We are fortunate that if this whole thing goes tits up and we dont get the work permit,and we have to return on the 11th july(date for the return tickets)we have enough money in Scotland to put on a deposit for a new house,and start all over again.
Though i honestly dont want to,i want to stay here
for reading
He said that, when i had explained maybe around september that im not sure now if i can go ahead with this whole move to the other side of the world.
We never had a job offer, visa or anything .We planned on just arriving,seeing the place,all going well hubby finds work then we apply to stay.
I had great encouragement from a lovely woman in Auckland who done it that way,she kept giving my reasons why it could work for us.
Then i had this other person,who kept explaing that we were brave and taking a HUGE risk as he knew someone who still hasnt got PR after 3 years.
My head was completely scrambled for months.
We then had a final decision maker,hubby got payed off.
And his line of work was in the building trade and there was no work available due to Polish migrants. 2 Poles replaced his job.
After months of trecking round sites and told no thanks,we thought hey whats there to lose.
I have 3 kids too and do beleive it was the right thing for them.
Though my eldest said he wasnt coming
He has college to sort out in Glasgow first and then i hope he comes over. I know hes coming with my parents at xmas,so hopefully he might decide to stay at a later date.
The decision to leave my parents was tough,as with my son.
Both my parents got diagnosed with cancer in 2005,one right after the other. Mum-bowel dad-lung.
They both have had good results from the ops and neither needed chemo or radiation,and up till now<touches wood> Everything for them both is good.
But its still a worry,being other side of the world.
So as i said'fortune favours the brave'
That was the advice we followed and aye we could be brave or downright mental,but we have had fun
Saying the goodbyes was horrific and i can honestly say it was the hardest thing ive ever done(and ive gave birth twice without painkillers,i know hard)
My wee mas face was heartbreaking and i felt terrible leaving her,she seemed to shrink.My da was crying ,and then the goodbyes with my son.
Even my 2 big brothers whom ive never seen crying both had tears.
Im filling up just now thinking back.
So walking away from all your family ,thats brave.
But ive no regrets.
We phone every 2nd or 3rd day. They are so excited about all coming over at xmas,and so am i.(as long as we get work permit)
We are fortunate that if this whole thing goes tits up and we dont get the work permit,and we have to return on the 11th july(date for the return tickets)we have enough money in Scotland to put on a deposit for a new house,and start all over again.
Though i honestly dont want to,i want to stay here
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That's a great start to your blog, Meadow. Sounds like you went through it all and came out the other side. Let's hope your hubby's WP comes through soon. Have you checked with INZ lately to see what's holding it up? The branch you're dealing with could just be really busy but it wouldn't hurt to check that everything's still on track.
Hurray for your parents. Wonderful news that they are both well after their treatment. Must have been extremely worrying for you. There will be a tremendous get-together when you're all reunited at Christmas. |
Posted 18-04-2008 at 05:30 AM by MotherBear
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Great Blog Meadow and I know exacty how you feel. We sold up and came with no job, no visa etc but some things just have to be done.
Hope all your plans come together soon and at least you will have a great family xmas to look forward to. |
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Posted 18-04-2008 at 10:28 AM by ebianca
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Hi guysaye Hubby has been on the phone to them every week(immigration). They have said theres been a huge backlog of applications,and when hubby has been in to the office,he said the que is right down the stairs.
Right now hubbys is in the hands of the medical assessor as his blood count was bit high,as we never fasted,as no-one told us we should.lol. though we both only had a cuppa tea in morning,but they said this could show up. So waiting to see what they say. Also we are both a bit overweight,so thats a bit worrying also. Thanks again for your comments,its good to hear from people who know what your meaning,and how the risk has to be taken. |
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Posted 18-04-2008 at 01:03 PM by Meadow
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Hey Meadow, what a rollercoaster ride eh? We too arrived with nothing but visitors visas. Three kids, two dogs, no house, no job, no friends, never been before, no idea about where we were going. We got the WV's and the residency application's in. Been waiting 6 months so far but we have very faith it won't be much longer.
I truly feel that you are amazing. Although I left my mum behind (she's a Glaswegian too) and she's a little unwell, she hasn't suffered the blows that your parents have. So strong and courageous of them to let you go with love.  I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you but you're gonna be OK. You're a fighter. Keep smiling, there's a lot here to smile about isn't there?  |
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Posted 25-04-2008 at 06:04 PM by Dawn
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