What's with all the "Executive" threads?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The transition to Executive does not just affect the husband, it is a major change for the whole family. For people who don't have a network already that is at that level, DCUM provides an invaluable resource on housing, food, and other options.

All promotions have downward affects; it's the "executive" part that is grating.

Let me guess: you are not an Executive?
Well, my Hubby is, and I can tell you from experience that the Transition was a difficult one in many ways. Though we are very blessed in our new situation, it did involve new friends, a new house, new foods, and a new and enriched Etiquette. Anonymous fora can be a Godsend in this regard.

Let me guess: you're a mail order bride? You don't need to randomly capitalize words for emphasis.

NP. My DH is not an executive. PP's post sounds a bit jealous. Why the "mail order bride" comment? No, I'm not a mail order bride, but I'm Asian American (came here as an infant). I've had this statement hurled at me before because my DH is white, but who is a green card holder and a recent immigrant to here. You really don't know people's circumstances so, stfu.

[Anonymous]

*clap clap clap*!

The infusion of sincere people into these threads is the best!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:
Wife of an executive here. If you had that much difficulty transitioning to fit in, you probably still don't.

As the Mother of an Executive, I must respectfully disagree. Becoming an Executive and an Executive's family is something you can attain, it is not hereditary. Over the past decade I have witnessed my son blossom into his role as Executive, and I am happy to report that his wife and my grandchildren have had little trouble ascending with him.

I will not beat around the bush: my son grew up poor. We were not able to give him everything we wanted to. But one thing we did imbue him with was a decisiveness and a vision that led him, perhaps inexorably, to Executive status. He chose a wife who, while a little rough around the edges, was also willing to learn to do whatever it took, to make whatever sacrifices were necessary, to join him for that ride.

Last Saturday, as I posed with my son and his lovely wife on the portico of their double-height porch in Mclean for a family photo, my little grandson in his lounge suit in my arms, I realized that yes, we had all now made it. And I include myself in that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Wife of an executive here. If you had that much difficulty transitioning to fit in, you probably still don't.

As the Mother of an Executive, I must respectfully disagree. Becoming an Executive and an Executive's family is something you can attain, it is not hereditary. Over the past decade I have witnessed my son blossom into his role as Executive, and I am happy to report that his wife and my grandchildren have had little trouble ascending with him.

I will not beat around the bush: my son grew up poor. We were not able to give him everything we wanted to. But one thing we did imbue him with was a decisiveness and a vision that led him, perhaps inexorably, to Executive status. He chose a wife who, while a little rough around the edges, was also willing to learn to do whatever it took, to make whatever sacrifices were necessary, to join him for that ride.

Last Saturday, as I posed with my son and his lovely wife on the portico of their double-height porch in Mclean for a family photo, my little grandson in his lounge suit in my arms, I realized that yes, we had all now made it. And I include myself in that.

Tattoos? Maybe just a small one on the ankle

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Wife of an executive here. If you had that much difficulty transitioning to fit in, you probably still don't.

As the Mother of an Executive, I must respectfully disagree. Becoming an Executive and an Executive's family is something you can attain, it is not hereditary. Over the past decade I have witnessed my son blossom into his role as Executive, and I am happy to report that his wife and my grandchildren have had little trouble ascending with him.

I will not beat around the bush: my son grew up poor. We were not able to give him everything we wanted to. But one thing we did imbue him with was a decisiveness and a vision that led him, perhaps inexorably, to Executive status. He chose a wife who, while a little rough around the edges, was also willing to learn to do whatever it took, to make whatever sacrifices were necessary, to join him for that ride.

Last Saturday, as I posed with my son and his lovely wife on the portico of their double-height porch in Mclean for a family photo, my little grandson in his lounge suit in my arms, I realized that yes, we had all now made it. And I include myself in that.

As well you should, Mother of The Executive. Bravo, well done.

[Anonymous]

LMAO

[Anonymous]

"On the portico of their double height porch in McLean..."

Perfection!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Wife of an executive here. If you had that much difficulty transitioning to fit in, you probably still don't.

As the Mother of an Executive, I must respectfully disagree. Becoming an Executive and an Executive's family is something you can attain, it is not hereditary. Over the past decade I have witnessed my son blossom into his role as Executive, and I am happy to report that his wife and my grandchildren have had little trouble ascending with him.

I will not beat around the bush: my son grew up poor. We were not able to give him everything we wanted to. But one thing we did imbue him with was a decisiveness and a vision that led him, perhaps inexorably, to Executive status. He chose a wife who, while a little rough around the edges, was also willing to learn to do whatever it took, to make whatever sacrifices were necessary, to join him for that ride.

Last Saturday, as I posed with my son and his lovely wife on the portico of their double-height porch in Mclean for a family photo, my little grandson in his lounge suit in my arms, I realized that yes, we had all now made it. And I include myself in that.

Tattoos? Maybe just a small one on the ankle

The tattoo I didn't mind. I thought the vajazzling went a little far though. I told her "There is not such thing as an Executive Vajazzle." I think she took the hint.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Wife of an executive here. If you had that much difficulty transitioning to fit in, you probably still don't.

As the Mother of an Executive, I must respectfully disagree. Becoming an Executive and an Executive's family is something you can attain, it is not hereditary. Over the past decade I have witnessed my son blossom into his role as Executive, and I am happy to report that his wife and my grandchildren have had little trouble ascending with him.

I will not beat around the bush: my son grew up poor. We were not able to give him everything we wanted to. But one thing we did imbue him with was a decisiveness and a vision that led him, perhaps inexorably, to Executive status. He chose a wife who, while a little rough around the edges, was also willing to learn to do whatever it took, to make whatever sacrifices were necessary, to join him for that ride.

Last Saturday, as I posed with my son and his lovely wife on the portico of their double-height porch in Mclean for a family photo, my little grandson in his lounge suit in my arms, I realized that yes, we had all now made it. And I include myself in that.

Tattoos? Maybe just a small one on the ankle

The tattoo I didn't mind. I thought the vajazzling went a little far though. I told her "There is not such thing as an Executive Vajazzle." I think she took the hint.

Wow, Gold Star for you!! Now I'm trying hard to laugh quietly at my desk.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The transition to Executive does not just affect the husband, it is a major change for the whole family. For people who don't have a network already that is at that level, DCUM provides an invaluable resource on housing, food, and other options.

This is silly! My DH is an c-level exec. It didn't affect us at all because at home his title means nothing. He still does dishes and takes out the trash. But maybe this is because I have my own career?!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The transition to Executive does not just affect the husband, it is a major change for the whole family. For people who don't have a network already that is at that level, DCUM provides an invaluable resource on housing, food, and other options.

This is silly! My DH is an c-level exec. It didn't affect us at all because at home his title means nothing. He still does dishes and takes out the trash. But maybe this is because I have my own career?!

This is ridiculous. An Executive washing dishes and taking out the trash! Now I have heard it all!

[Anonymous]

Poe's Law is biting hard in this thread.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The transition to Executive does not just affect the husband, it is a major change for the whole family. For people who don't have a network already that is at that level, DCUM provides an invaluable resource on housing, food, and other options.

All promotions have downward affects; it's the "executive" part that is grating.

Let me guess: you are not an Executive?
Well, my Hubby is, and I can tell you from experience that the Transition was a difficult one in many ways. Though we are very blessed in our new situation, it did involve new friends, a new house, new foods, and a new and enriched Etiquette. Anonymous fora can be a Godsend in this regard.

Let me guess: you're a mail order bride? You don't need to randomly capitalize words for emphasis.

NP. My DH is not an executive. PP's post sounds a bit jealous. Why the "mail order bride" comment? No, I'm not a mail order bride, but I'm Asian American (came here as an infant). I've had this statement hurled at me before because my DH is white, but who is a green card holder and a recent immigrant to here. You really don't know people's circumstances so, stfu.

Different poster here. I'm just saying, ITA with the Mail Order comment, because honestly - that is definitely most peoples first impression. Of course, most people are not going to come out to your face and admit it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The transition to Executive does not just affect the husband, it is a major change for the whole family. For people who don't have a network already that is at that level, DCUM provides an invaluable resource on housing, food, and other options.

This is silly! My DH is an c-level exec. It didn't affect us at all because at home his title means nothing. He still does dishes and takes out the trash. But maybe this is because I have my own career?!

He will never rise above C-level, unless you embrace your role as Executive Wife and quit your career. He needs you! Your children need you! You will never Rise unless you do what you have to do.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The transition to Executive does not just affect the husband, it is a major change for the whole family. For people who don't have a network already that is at that level, DCUM provides an invaluable resource on housing, food, and other options.

This is silly! My DH is an c-level exec. It didn't affect us at all because at home his title means nothing. He still does dishes and takes out the trash. But maybe this is because I have my own career?!

+10000

Some shallow people in this area - maybe they are new or something - think "it's all about the title". IRL, it is most definitely not.