Missing Canada

[Peggy 1]

It will get better, but it will take time to adjust without them around you.

Been here two years now and my 23 year old son is still in Canada. My 18 year old son is here with me.

Not a day goes by I dont think about Matthew. I have my days where I cry but not as bad as when I first got here. Just takes time.

[G&A 1]

I miss my two adult sons (24 and 26) that still live in Canada soooooooooooo much, and I am missing them more every single day that I am here. Thankfully, my daughter (19) lives here with us and is attending college.

The thought of missing out on being part of my grandchildren's lives (when the time comes) makes me want to cry.

That's the only part I'm worried about. I have a 23yr old son and a 19yr old daughter, but who's going away to University this fall, so she's not coming with me. I know I'm going to miss them so much

Two of my friends just brought their husbands to Canada. It took 2 months from the time they mailed the application to the time their husbands stepped foot in Canada. You are right...it is way way way easier and less stressful and so straight forward.

I looked into getting my husband landed immigrant status in Canada and they can have it as long as they are living with a Canadian citizen abroad for 2 out of 5 years. Something like that...but it is possible and it is only taking a couple of months...at least in Alberta it is dont know about the rest of the provinces.

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[Chica Yeyé 41]

Tough one for Canadians I guess.

Neither Bren or I are Canadians, so I guess it's a non-issue for us. And both being academics, moving to Mexico (my lovable and fantastic homeland) would not be a wise decision, financially speaking. We are also childless by choice, so that's another thing we don't have to worry about. We want to be close to Bren's family; be able to be at my parents' house in Mexico city in less than one day (try flying from Edmonton to MX" pricey and looooooooooooooong); and have more than 3 options to work in higher education. But that's us. Each couple has its own story

I'm sure you guys will find your way, and will make a common decision that fits both of you. I wish you the best of luck!!!

Peace, L.

[G&A 1]

Tough one for Canadians I guess.

Neither Bren or I are Canadians, so I guess it's a non-issue for us. And both being academics, moving to Mexico (my lovable and fantastic homeland) would not be a wise decision, financially speaking. We are also childless by choice, so that's another thing we don't have to worry about. We want to be close to Bren's family; be able to be at my parents' house in Mexico city in less than one day (try flying from Edmonton to MX" pricey and looooooooooooooong); and have more than 3 options to work in higher education. But that's us. Each couple has its own story

I'm sure you guys will find your way, and will make a common decision that fits both of you. I wish you the best of luck!!!

Peace, L.

Personally...I cant wait to get the HECK outta edmonton. I am sick and tired of seeing crappy FordF150s everywhere and the garbage service you get when you go to any restaurant....BUT unlike the others...i have not left yet....still waiting!

[KarenCee 3]

Interesting...my husband and I are looking forward to the day when we can move home. Well, home for him and a new home for me. The area he's from in NS is small and not too far from the port city of Yarmouth. I love it there...always have...and if it had been possible for me and my daughter to emigrate there, we would have done it.

[Cassie 8]

Tough one for Canadians I guess.

Neither Bren or I are Canadians, so I guess it's a non-issue for us. And both being academics, moving to Mexico (my lovable and fantastic homeland) would not be a wise decision, financially speaking. We are also childless by choice, so that's another thing we don't have to worry about. We want to be close to Bren's family; be able to be at my parents' house in Mexico city in less than one day (try flying from Edmonton to MX" pricey and looooooooooooooong); and have more than 3 options to work in higher education. But that's us. Each couple has its own story

I'm sure you guys will find your way, and will make a common decision that fits both of you. I wish you the best of luck!!!

Peace, L.

Personally...I cant wait to get the HECK outta edmonton. I am sick and tired of seeing crappy FordF150s everywhere and the garbage service you get when you go to any restaurant....BUT unlike the others...i have not left yet....still waiting!

oh Lord, don't move to Oklahoma or texas then!!!! :lol:

[Krikit 1,164]

Personally...I cant wait to get the HECK outta edmonton. I am sick and tired of seeing crappy FordF150s everywhere and the garbage service you get when you go to any restaurant....BUT unlike the others...i have not left yet....still waiting!

What? And miss those awesome winters where you have to leave your Ford F150 running while you're in that crappy restaurant?

[G&A 1]

Personally...I cant wait to get the HECK outta edmonton. I am sick and tired of seeing crappy FordF150s everywhere and the garbage service you get when you go to any restaurant....BUT unlike the others...i have not left yet....still waiting!

What? And miss those awesome winters where you have to leave your Ford F150 running while you're in that crappy restaurant?

LOL no i have a car starter and i usually sit beside the window so i wont have troubles starting it when its -30.

[TRKCKL11 0]

Thank goodness for this forum (CANADIAN) I have only been here 3 weeks though I was back in canada for 1 week for an annual AGW (all girls weekend). I really miss my family,I talk to my mom almost daily,and keep up with the news of home.I'll see them all next week at the family reunion in sask. Health care isn't an issue yet, the kids are covered. I was a single mom for a few years,so i got used to being on my own, the kids are kinda bored here, but once school starts i'm sure it will be different I'm just tired of paperwork for every thing.I don't think hubby would ever consider moving to canada he won't even discuss it at all.His kids are here and now grand children too,though I had to leave my son behind (he didn't want to move). YES I MISS HOME. His kids don't knock and just walk in whenever they feel like it (age 21 and 20). I better stop before i have a meltdown.Still can't get my drivers license i need a abstract from manitoba( probally the only province with no access from out of province) LIFE WILL GET BETTER FOR US ALL JUST REMEMBER HOW MUCH YOU LOVE YOUR SPOUSE.

[misa 2]

Oh TRKCKL11, sorry to hear things have been a little difficult. Remember, this is the Canada forum and you can rant and vent all you like.

[G&A 1]

Thank goodness for this forum (CANADIAN) I have only been here 3 weeks though I was back in canada for 1 week for an annual AGW (all girls weekend). I really miss my family,I talk to my mom almost daily,and keep up with the news of home.I'll see them all next week at the family reunion in sask. Health care isn't an issue yet, the kids are covered. I was a single mom for a few years,so i got used to being on my own, the kids are kinda bored here, but once school starts i'm sure it will be different I'm just tired of paperwork for every thing.I don't think hubby would ever consider moving to canada he won't even discuss it at all.His kids are here and now grand children too,though I had to leave my son behind (he didn't want to move). YES I MISS HOME. His kids don't knock and just walk in whenever they feel like it (age 21 and 20). I better stop before i have a meltdown.Still can't get my drivers license i need a abstract from manitoba( probally the only province with no access from out of province) LIFE WILL GET BETTER FOR US ALL JUST REMEMBER HOW MUCH YOU LOVE YOUR SPOUSE.

Whats wrong with your husbands kids! They are old enough to know that people who had a long long longggggggggg haul through immigration want to finally experience life as husband and wife...and sometimes those people do it. Put up a sign or something.

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[no one 0]

I'm looking into my options, neutralization for me then moving back to Canada possibly (legally I will need to confirm it). I've also entertained the idea to just THROW everything out the window and move - my future and happiness is more important than money spent.

I think a fair question to ask in addition to my nice rant is - Do you miss Canada? Would you move back if you could? What do you enjoy about living in the States?

I hope things will work out for you and your husband (they always do, in the end! )

Since I've just moved here last Autumn, it's safe to say that I'd move back in a heartbeat if my husband should lose his job and not find another one (for us, it was also mostly a financial decision)... in fact, due to union rules, I'm still guaranteed a teaching job back in Ontario for another year should I decide to move back.

I think as the years go by though, my roots here will become deeper (better job... starting a family of our own... buying a house... etc.) and it'll be harder to move back. But still, my family and friends are in Canada, so if anything should go wrong, it'd definitely be a strong option for us to move there.

[TRKCKL11 0]

I guess things aren't all that bad I finally got them to see i'm not the (money tree).Once school starts and I can start working then things will change. When your used to solitude with only 2 kids,and then 8 more come in its crazy here. When i get down i think of hubbys coworker making fun of us.."SMITH FAMILY PARTY OF 42". going through a drive through requires 3 cars lol. in a month and a half we will have a new grand daughter to add to the mix of 7 daughters 1 foster daughter 2 sons 2 son-in-laws, and 4 grand daughters.

[misa 2]

Holy geez, that is a crazy large family! I'd hate to see what your food budget looks like for everyone!

[G&A 1]

I guess things aren't all that bad I finally got them to see i'm not the (money tree).Once school starts and I can start working then things will change. When your used to solitude with only 2 kids,and then 8 more come in its crazy here. When i get down i think of hubbys coworker making fun of us.."SMITH FAMILY PARTY OF 42". going through a drive through requires 3 cars lol. in a month and a half we will have a new grand daughter to add to the mix of 7 daughters 1 foster daughter 2 sons 2 son-in-laws, and 4 grand daughters.

WOW! Thats lovely! I cant imagine how hard it would be to adjust to a huge family like that...but atleast your not alone. I love big families. Best of luck to you!