To Macau!
It's official. This morning I received the official offer. It was approved by human resources and I received news of the terms that I was negotiating. My reply, with some hesitation, was to accept the offer. Many people have congratulated me, and knowing my interests and strengths, see it as a good move. One person, whom I respect greatly, said that if I turned it down, he believes that in the future I would look back and regret not taking this step. He said that it is more important than any money I could get, and going to Macau will bring me satisfaction and a challenge that is valuable. So while he for personal reasons he does not want me to go, he believes this is the right step. (He didn't say these things to me until after I'd made my decision.)
I've made this decision the very week I've started a new semester. It's a very busy time of new beginnings with teaching and other things. But while I am starting some things, at the same time I have to look ahea...