Shaw’s Kitchen Explores Switzerland – A New Adventure
Hold the phone–
Say WHAT?!
Yep, my exact reaction too. But, when life throws you an opportunity to travel abroad and dive into a new culture, can you really say no?
So, friends, you’re now in the KNOW.
Shaw’s Kitchen is going to be relocating temporarily on and off over the next 7 months to Switzerland.
Now, just how did this come about?
Well, Mr. CEO is not just the Certified Eating Officer over here in the Shaw Kitchen. He’s got a “real job” too (besides his desire to be a Monster Truck driver)!
Mr. CEO is a project manager for Solar Turbines, a company affiliated with Caterpillar, those big machines that usually are seen on construction sites.
When we first met he worked as an mechanical engineer for Cat, but lucky enough was able to get a new position out here in San Diego at Solar when we decided to move back to California in 2012.
Suffice it to say, he was the one who encouraged me to go for my dreams and find the job that would make me happy (in a state that kept me warm) even before we had rings on our fingers.
Flash forward 5 years (OMG I can’t believe we’ve been married 5 years) and he’s been given the opportunity to manage a special project in the Switzerland!
When he called me to tell me the news, I was obviously elated for him, how can you not be when the person you love is over the moon excited about this opportunity?
Sure, naturally, my Lizisms set in.
What about me? My job? My career?
What about Bumble Bee? Our next IVF round?
What about our house?
I took a step back (thankfully, with the help of some strong, rationale friends in my life) and realized how “dumb” I was being.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. My job is mobile (for the most part). Sure, the IVF and baby thing is probably the hardest to wrap my mind around (more about that here), but perhaps this is God’s plan. Maybe it’s just the reset I need before we go in for round 2.
Sure, there were a lot of answers still left blank when he first gave me the news. But, like with anything in the business world, they slowly but surely fill in the gaps over time.
Most importantly though, I realized through the last 6 weeks of waiting to hear the final verdict that this is what marriage is. Taking new adventures together, building new memories and embracing the unknown by each others side.
So friends, will you join me?
I plan to change the style of the blog when I’m over there, likely posting more “day in the life” stuff since:
1) I’ll likely be venturing out, trying to meet new friends
2) I’ll be trying to learn Italian, embrace the culture and explore the markets, stores and lifestyle of the Swiss (and Italy too, we’re only an hour away)!
Let me know in the comments below if you’re interested in following me along on this journey! And, if you’ve been to Switzerland!
Thanks for the support on this new adventure!
Liz
Kim says
This is such an incredible opportunity! Excited to follow along on your adventures!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Thank you so much Kim! I can’t wait to see what’s in store! And to meet you tomorrow!
Alex says
I am so excited for you!!!! And, a little jealous 😉 You know I’m always trying to find jobs abroad. This is such an incredible adventure for the both of you! Secretly also hoping that we can squeeze in a trip to visit you while you are there! ??
Elizabeth Shaw says
YAYA I would LOVE that- but also understand you may have your hands a bit full lol! Hope your travels are going well!
Karman | The Nutrition Adventure says
What an exciting adventure for the two of you! Looking forward to reading your posts from Switzerland!!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Ah thank you Karman!!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Thank you so much Katie- that is so kind of you to say!
Lisa Lacey says
Truly a blessing. It is much easier to travel before God blesses you with children. So jealous!!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Thank you!
EA-The Spicy RD says
OMG!!! I’m so flippin’ excited for you and Mr. CEO!!! Did I ever tell you that Mr. Spicy and I got engaged in Switzerland? In front of a castle? Oh, we must go for a hike ASAP so I can share all my Swiss adventures with you 🙂 xoxo
Elizabeth Shaw says
OMG I would love that EA! I had no idea you were engaged there but that is AWESOME! I can’t wait to learn more from you 🙂
Loretta Duncan says
Oh Liz, totally excited for you, can’t wait to follow your adventure!!! Take care, have a wonderful next several months, I will be watching!!! Hugs!
Elizabeth Shaw says
YAYA! Thank you so much Loretta, one of my most loyal followers without question!
Jenny Shea Rawn says
What an AMAZING opportunity!! Switzerland is SO beautiful – you will love it and it will be such an adventure. BTW my little Lucca is OBSESSED with “digdigs” – all the stuff that Caterpiller makes and I am sure he would love solar turbines, so I think a visit is in order ;). Good luck getting all the deets figured out – so excited for you!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Would love that!!!! Come on out to SD anytime! I know my husband would love to talk dig digs with your little tyke anytime!
Andrea says
Having moved overseas twice for extended time – I say enjoy every second! I loved it!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Good to know! Thanks for the encouragement!
Elizabeth Shaw says
OMG how awesome! DEF let me know when you’re heading out there- I’ll be stateside most of Oct for FNCE but if we can cross paths that’d be AWESOME!
Chelsey says
OMG I am SO excited for you!!!! Living internationally was one of the BEST experience of my life and I hope you enjoy it even more than I did!! I can’t wait to follow along!!!!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Ah thanks so much Chelsey for your support! I am so excited and nervous too lol!
Jule @ Running in a Skirt says
ahhhhh!!!! How exciting! Yes this is an adventure you can’t turn down. I’m going to Switzerland in mid-June just to visit… will you be there by then?
Elizabeth Shaw says
Oh gosh how fun!! What day? I am heading out June 23rd!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
I came back to check your answer on that! We leave Saturday for two weeks. I think we will just miss each other!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Ah bummer!!! We will have to connect sometime then one of these days!
Anne|Craving Something Healthy says
I’m SOOOO excited for you! I can’t wait to read about and follow your adventures! Hope you’ll have a guest room 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
LOL of course! Thanks so much Anne! I appreciate your support!
Kelly Jones says
What an exciting and amazing opportunity! I can’t wait to follow along on your journey. I haven’t been to Switzerland but was just in Italy this past January. You’re going to have such amazing tavel opportunities all over! If I happen to make it back to Europe this fall we’ll have to try and meet up 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
Would love that and I loved reading your Italy recaps! I think we’re only a one hour train ride so I’m super pumped to get back down there! I have been to Italy twice but it’s been years! Def keep me posted!
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says
Oh my goodness Liz, how exciting! I know there are probably a million other emotions you’re feeling beyond excitement as you get ready to venture in unknown territory, but what an amazing opportunity and experience this will be. Will I still see you at FNCE?!!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Thank you Jess! I appreciate your support! I will def be back for FNCE and can’t wait to see you there!