Telling the kids

Today we had a 'family meeting'.

We told the kids about our internet research into emigrating to Canada.

My gut feeling was that they should be in on the idea early on, even if disappointment could follow. A change of life as major as this would change their future just as much as ours, as parents, more so really, cos they are still so young. Some would suggest waiting til a certain stage, but I went with that gut feeling to tell them now.

Gadgeteen said, "YEEESSS, I won't have to see Mr. Glover, (headteacher) anymore." He was unexpectedly excited at the prospect.

Gadgetgirlie said, "Oh, I won't see Rosie, (best friend), anymore." And then, "Lammie, (favourite cuddley toy), is definately coming." She then rushed out into the close and reported to anyone who would listen, that we might move to Canada.

We did emphasize that we are still just looking into the possibility and that Canada could decide that they don't want us because we don't earn enough points to pass the first test. We explained that this whole process could take 2-3 years, and that even then the government could reject us for any reason. We told them to be prepared for it not happening.

Gadgetman and I have both enrolled for evening french classes, which may help us marginally to achieve a couple of extra points, but we were going to do this anyway, after enjoying the french company this year in Brittany. We are booked for different evenings for our levels which also means that one of us will be at home for the kids.