ROB: Allen, I just heard the good news.
ALLEN: What good news?
ROB: They chose you to be project assistant over in Chicago. Congratulations.
ALLEN: Yes, Mr. Tate told me before the meeting Tuesday.
ROB: Great. I bet you're excited, aren't you?
ALLEN: I was quite surprised. But it isn't all for certain yet.
I told them I will accept, though, if they choose me.
ROB: You don't seem very happy about it. Why?
ALLEN: Maybe I'm a little nervous about making such a big move right now.
You know Nancy and I just bought a new house.
ROB: Have you told her yet?
ALLEN: I plan to talk with her about it tonight.
ROB: Chicago is a nice place.
And you both speak English well. Her English is excellent.
ALLEN: I know she doesn't want to be far from her family.
That will be the hardest part for her.
ROB: You're both young. A little adventure will be good for you.
ALLEN: Maybe.
ROB: Do you know how long the project over there will last?
ALLEN: Mr. Tate said I would probably be over there for two years.
But it could be more than that, too.
So I think two or three years, at least.
ROB: To be honest, I envy you.
I've never had a chance to work in one of the overseas' offices.
I wish it were me who could go.
ALLEN: You're too important here, Rob. We wouldn't be able to function here without you.
ROB: Maybe some time in the future I will be able to get a couple years overseas.
I really like that idea---changing one's life for awhile.
ALLEN: And your wife?
ROB: Oh, Carol is even more adventuresome than I am.
She would be thrilled if I got a transfer. She always talks about traveling more.
ALLEN: I've only been out of the country once in my life.
ROB: Well, living abroad would be a great experience for you then.
I think you should look forward to it.
ALLEN: I do look forward to it, but I'll have to talk it over with Nancy.
ROB: Good luck!
ALLEN: Thanks.
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