It’s a pretty surreal world out there today – for me, at least.
Four years ago I went to bed in Brighton, hearing the pundits say that John Kerry was going to oust George W. Bush from the White House. I woke up and felt like I’d slipped into a parallel dimension.
Last night, I went to bed knowing for certain that the near-impossible had happened; America had voted for its first black President. I only managed to make it to 10pm before I fell asleep, but I knew at 8pm, unlike my wife who knew at 4am… because I was sitting alone in a California hotel room, eating pizza and watching CNN.
Why? Well, I’ve been here since Friday, interviewing for a job – which I got an offer on yesterday. Yeah. I’m going to move to the USA and live in California. It felt pretty surreal. Two monumental events, and I’m celebrating with Dominos…
My life – and the political landscape for America – have literally changed overnight. I won’t bore you with politics, but unfortunately I can’t tell you much about the job, either… yet. I will say I’ll be working for an MMO company, they’re obviously based in California, and… actually that’s all I’ll say. (And for those of you who I have told, feel smug if you like, but don’t mouth off in comments, please… everything will be revealed in time.)
Well, I better get going. I have bags to pack, meetings to attend, lunches to eat and planes to catch. I’ll be back in the UK tomorrow. At least for a while.
#1 by Shuttler at November 5th, 2008
This really is fantastic news as I have already said.
Well done!
Any plans for another community party?
#2 by Gangrel at November 5th, 2008
Congrats… this explains the silence that we have had.
Just to let you know that we will be supporting you all the way, just dont forget to come and visit us occasionally (and let us know WHEN you are coming over)
#3 by Shawn at November 5th, 2008
Man, you’re so lucky. I mean, I could go for some pizza right about now, too.
Seriously though, best of wishes to you. You certainly deserve it after everything you’ve done. I hope your new position is ‘Maker of Awesome Promotional Videos”. I wonder if that’s a title.
#4 by Mark at November 5th, 2008
Holy shit, really? Damn, I’m coming out to California more often now to bug Curse HQ for raises and AionSource.com redesigns! So, is your new job anywhere close to SF?
#5 by Dr Toerag at November 5th, 2008
Conga rats there, Mr Rockjaw, sir!
Delighted to hear the news, I’m guessing that it’s not a million miles away from your previous job type, what with all the computer games companies over there?
#6 by lproven at November 21st, 2008
Hey, nice one. Hope it pans out & lasts.
I don’t fancy modern Merika much myself, but maybe the new lad at the top will change things.
However, for a raging Merkinophile such as yourself, it’s the ideal move. Enjoy!
– Liam