Anyone just pack family and move to a “new life”?

Husband and I are in a tough time in our lives. Just had a baby 8 months ago.. he got laid off from his job, 10 years as a real estate attorney, and I have my job but just got passed over for the 3rd time, for a promotion, for a job I’m already doing. It’s tough. We have about 30k in the bank.. we have family in Hawaii but don’t think we could depend on them.. we are truly talking about selling ALL of our stuff.. and starting a new life.. him passing the Hawaiian bar, me getting my real estate license or finding a sales position..I KNOW that just because you change places it doesn’t make life better but.. we think the more laid back vibe of Hawaii would make us happy.. being near a beach etc.. we don’t have a whole lot to stay here for. Anyone ever done something similar ? How did it work out?

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PoetryNEmotion · F

I did it in my late 30's. Worked alright for some time. The only problem was the ex wasn't committed to this new adventure. He later told me that he didn't think it would work. I loved a new country, a bold new setting for my nursing career in a learning environment. My son was in the best school district in Texas at the time. I made new friends. I fell in love with Texas life. His lack of commitment to this whole situation resulted in him screwing up majorly and us having to return to Canada. My work VISA was lost too, but not my fault. I would recommend this to anyone if your partner is committed to being supportive and to doing his part in your family. I never regretted my nursing experience and Texas still calls me back 2 decades later. Good luck. Get connections there. I did by contacting the Chamber of Commerce. Nowadays you can google. I got newspapers and found many jobs available. Sometimes a new place is the best thing for you.