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原文章由 surfer 於 07-7-17 14:51 發表 
My English wife, two kids (Age 5 and 8) and I returned to HK from London in 1999. I got a high paid job now. However, my salary is just enough to pay the cost of accomodations, schools fees and ...
Hi surfer,
Both husband and I had given up our high paid job in Hong Kong and returned to Australia 18 months ago and for only one reason - for my two kids (now age 5&9). I became a full time mother and my husband has gotten a job in thebank industry, not bad but with the higher tax system, the salary was nothing like in HK. Funny enough, our living quality had gotten better.
It was not an easy decision at that time and took us 5 years from plan to go. It is quite true though that the high salary gain does not equal to high cash savings. When we were listing the pros and cons, we realized there are not much to lose really.
So far we are doing fine. Both Husband and I are pleased cause our kids are happy;cause they are breathing decent air;cause they are learning knowledge, not information only;cause they have more leisure times for music and books - and inspired by it! Nonetheless, we've faced challenges and hurdles too but we overcome it just like every family could well do.
I have no intention to say whether should or should not cause every family has their own circumstances, values and priorities. I am only happy to share my story.
All the best to you and your family. |
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