Turning a new page in the life of a Fox

Ok about a week or so ago I posted in the thoughts and prayers thread about something that I was working on for me and my family. For those that know me on here you will know that I am pretty open about the trials and tribulations of my life over the past year or so. Today marked a culmination of a bunch of things and will bring what I hope is peace and harmony to my and my family's lives.

About 18 months ago I resigned from my career of over 7 years. I had reached the pinnacle of my career as a Chief Financial Officer and decided that it was time to move on. (Insert midlife crisis here) well 2 jobs later I landed what I thought was going to be the perfect blend of passion and work life balance. This was to be the role that allowed me to help out at home better with the children and all things so that my wife could focus on attaining a partnership after 13 years of supporting my growth as a professional. As life is known to do it did not adhere to my plans, the role was intensive, grueling, stressful, and is a 60+ hour a week commitment. Over the past few months my wife and I have been working on a plan to change all that. Today marked the point in time. I drew up my resignation today.

But here is the kicker, I am not going to work anywhere else.

Nope, I am going on long term sabbatical, I am going to stay home and take care of my three wonderful children and support my wife in her goals to obtain a partnership. I am both excited and nervous, I have worked flat out with my foot to the floor for 13 years it is what I know. That and there is several millennium of social programming ingrained in me to be the provider, but I am thrilled to be able to have the opportunity and I am committed to making the best of it for everyone including me.

I consider myself fortunate to be able to even consider this, it should be great for me, the kids and my wife. (Might even be time for a cigar or two)

So in essence...............The SilverFox is retiring at the ripe old age of 41.

Wish me luck.

And thanks to all of you for your support over the last 18 months. I am sure I will need as much of it or more in the coming months. This place is my fortress of solitude, there are amazing people here.

Shawn

[jonharky]

Good luck Shawn!!

[loki]

that's great shawn, if you can afford to do it I say go for it.

[DrDubzz]

Originally Posted by loki

that's great shawn, if you can afford to do it I say go for it.

sounds great, enjoy the time off, as in, stop thinking like a businessman, and ENJOY your free time. This should be a wonderful time to really cherish those close to you. Enjoy it!

[DragonMan]

That is great news!! I admit I'm envious, I would love to be able to spend that kind of quality time with my kids and wife. I wish you and your family all the best!!

[alley00p]

Congratlations on your decision and i wish you and your family all the best!

I was "retired" after 31 years at the Bell System, and at 49, I enjoyed the time with my wife and family. I hope it works out as well for you!!!

[rrplasencia]

good luck with all your endeavors

Way to go Shawn. All the best to you and your family.

Does that mean you are retiring from bombing too?

[bobarian]

Best of luck Shawn. It's great that you have a supportive wife and the courage to make such a life altering move. It's also great that you will be able to spend more time with the kids. I hope everything works out exactly as you plan!

[Cigargal]

Way to go, Dad!

[Scottw]

Enjoy Shawn, all the best!

[TripleF]

Congrats on all things brother!!!

I'm happy for you!

This is great news.

Look at it this way, retire now and you're less likely to go bald like Peter.

Best of wishes Shaun!

I went through a similar situation several years ago, only I'm a little older, and I also had a very supporting family. One thing my wife kept saying is that all things will work out for the best...and she was right.

I'm going to have a cigar for you right now

[Footbag]

Congrats! More time for a cigar or two... or even three!

Enjoy your retirement!

[s15driftking]

Good for you, take some time and smell the roses!

I's funny, I've been out of school for just over a year and a half. I'm hungry, aggressive, motivated, and able. I wonder where my "work life" priorities will be in 13 years. I hope i am as happy as you are.

Congrats on all your success and your well-deserved break!

Completely awesome Shawn! Enjoy the time with your wife and kids.

Its a big change, make the best of it....When I did it breifly I found I could have the whole house cleaned, supper lined up (almost on "autopilot") and was free to do whatever by 8:00AM. Just make sure to keep yourself busy. My problem was that I could not think of anything to do after 10:00AM

Cheers

Cy

Oh, and congrats!

[Old Sailor]

Awesome Shawn, good for you!!

I just realized something....

Now you can start rolling cigars as a hobby! Though, it might be hard to get the true Cuban Leaf that I presume would be the only thing you would be willing to use.