I wanted to post earlier but had to run to church. My opinion is fairly simple. This battle with the union and CNH is only the beginning. Even if they do come to a contract, there will be another battle when it ends.

It sounds like the tool and die shop you are thinking about is doing what they need to do to compete against the Chinese die makers. Meaning provide the manpower to work on the tools 24/7. That way they can provide a tool in as quick of time as China, but with US craftsmanship and without the shipping time. If they are being that progressive, you may want to get on board.

I know the hours suck. I did those hours, but on a rotating basis. It sucked! I would have been better off staying on the midnights so my body could adjust and be ok.

You daughter. Well, that's a tough one. When I was 14, I decided to move from my mom's to my dad's place. New state, new town, new school. It was the best thing I probably could have done for me. It got me to make new friends and try new things. It made a big difference for me.

A coworker moved here from his previous location. His daughters had to change high schools. Several months later, they went back to visit their old friends. It was a shock for them as their friends had moved on into very cliche type circles. They went back to the new home and never looked back.

Ultimately, you have to do what is best for you and your family. Have to look to the future. It may suck for now or the next 6 months. But what is going to be the best in the long term? Only you and your wife can decide that. Maybe sit down with her and discuss your concerns. She may have a unique insight that could help you.

But I do say go for it.

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