A.

I have the most incredible news! Of course, it would be so much better if I could tell you in person, but since I’m near bursting with the excitement of it all, waiting until you get back from Chicago is simply out of the question. If you can believe it, I’ve been offered a promotion! To be honest I think I might still be in shock. I really didn’t think this day would ever come. Thankfully, I listened to you and all your wisdom, honey, when it came to sticking things out. I was convinced I’d be stuck in that cubicle writing boring memos for the rest of my life, but you assured me, if I just had patience, something great would come out of it all. Now, after five long years, something great has finally arrived; I’ve been promoted to Manager of International Accounts!

B.

Of course, I know what you’re probably thinking: the title doesn’t sound too glamorous, and it’s a long way off from my dream job as a travel writer. However, although I won’t be doing any writing in this position, I will be getting paid to travel all over the world—so at least the travel bug inside of me will be content. Also, there would be a significant salary increase with this position, meaning we would be able to afford that beautiful two-bedroom condo we’ve had our eye on. Imagine, soon we might actually be able to say we own a little piece of Toronto!

C.

I am, of course, getting ahead of myself and before I officially accept the position, there are some important things to consider. For one, as excited as I am about all the travel involved, it would mean delaying having children for another few years; something I’m not sure we want to do. Also, the workload will be pretty intense. In fact, I could see it being the case that although I’ll get to travel to beautiful places like Thailand, I won’t actually have the time to see any of them.

D.

Anyways, I’m anxious to hear what you think. If you have time after the conference today, write me back!

Katy