What a tough decision! I honestly don't know what I'd do. I'm not sure I'd feel safe moving my kids to Kuwait for 2 years (though I'd have to do some research before I decided), but I also don't think I could stay here and be without DH for a full year. We're too far from family and don't have close enough friends here...I think I'd either go with him or move closer to family for a year.
I have a friend whose DH works for the State Department who has been in both situations. About 5 years ago her DH was stationed in a war zone in the Middle East for a year, and she had to manage without him with 2 very young kids (3 yrs. and 6 mo). It was a very long year for her, but going with him wasn't an option and she was glad she could keep her job. Currently he's stationed in Jordan for 2 years, and the entire family went with him this time. I think they're all happy they went and are enjoying the experience. They rented out their house for the 2 years so that they'll still have it to come back to. She's a lawyer but can't work there, and I'm honestly not sure how she feels about that.
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