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the one that Daddy wanted you to wear.

Try on the skirt and blouse outfit, Michelle --

OK.

I love her very much. She's been a joy.

She's never been happier.

Yes, I do. Change back into your jeans,

Turn around, Michelle. Let me see the back of it.

It doesn't need any alterations. We must've bought the right size.

and becoming part of the Stewart family, too.

It's good for every day. It will be good for school, Michelle.

And I've never been happier, Harry.

I like it, too. I always like skirts that go like this.

and put on the new winter jacket we bought today.

I really like this one Susan. Do you?

I like it a lot. It fits well.

It's my favorite outfit.

Well…? Could we ask for anything more?

Well… we…

We're very lucky, the three of us…

We couldn't ask for anything more, could we?

How do you like it, Daddy?

I like the color. She looks good in blue.

I like blue, too, Daddy.

Do you want to see the winter jacket on me, Susan?

Well…

Michelle has been a different kid since we've been married.

Looks like we should've bought a bigger one.

Well, are you going to tell me what's on your mind, Harry?

when it's very cold out.

I have been offered a job with a major accounting company

I look silly! It is too small!

Let's take a look at the winter jacket. Come on over here, honey.

What did you mean by "well…?"

Sure. Put it back in your room, and we'll hang everything up later.

It is. That's why we bought it for you.

I have been offered a job with a major accounting company

in Los Angeles.

Everything is fine, Michelle.

I know. It will also affect you and your job, if we decide to go.

OK.

I'm sure the store has others.

in Los Angeles.

Can I take it off? I'm hot!

Los Angeles? That's a big decision.

This will be a perfect jacket for the wintertime

You had something on your mind

I guess we'll have to exchange it, too.

when I said we couldn't ask for anything more.

It's kind of warm.

You're growing so fast, Michelle.

But it's kind of small also. We must've bought the wrong size.

Is everything all right?

If it's a good job,

What about the salary?

Is everything OK?

What's the matter, Susan?

Oh! Hi, Grandpa. Yes, of course, I am, but my mind isn't.

I have a client in the garment business, on Seventh Avenue.

He has a big sales office in Los Angeles,

That's wonderful, Harry.

If it's a good one, then we'll make it work for us.

I do his taxes every year.

They know that I'm married and that I have a family.

Susan, I don't plan to make any decisions

Wow! It sure will. But first tell me about the job, Harry.

Hello. Hello there. Are you ready for lunch with your grandpa?

and the company in Los Angeles

Yes, honey.

The real discussion comes tomorrow.

my career opportunities in Los Angeles.

that does his major accounting work

Well, there's a lot to think about.

I understand, Harry.

then I've got to do some thinking about

is looking for an executive. And he recommended me.

Yes, but it would mean that we'd have to move to L. A.

until I have a chance to talk with you about it.

And I don't have to make a quick decision.

I think that you're very successful

Thanks, Grandpa. Please sit down.

Does it have anything to do with you and Harry?

I don't know if I can get a good job in Los Angeles.

Yes, but I don't know where to start.

Tell me.

You know we'd all miss you.

you, and the rest of our family.

and I think

And what about our family?

I think you could talk to Mr. Marchetta,

It's something that only you and Harry can work out.

Well, this is something to think about.

he could help you find a real good job in Los Angeles.

There are so many things to consider. There's Michelle.

Can I tell you what I think?

Maybe I can help. Tell me what it is, Susan.

But I'm not so sure that I want to leave New York,

A real dilemma.

I wonder if a move would be a bad thing for her. And my job.

Oh! Harry has been offered a job in Los Angeles.

He was very helpful to me, remember?

Well, I'm not going to kid you, Susan.

But this should be your decision.

I suppose I could call him.

and that you have a fantastic reputation in the toy industry.

sacrifices have to be made by one partner from time to time.

Good idea.

I don't know for sure.

And I have to discuss it with my wife.

Talk it over. Think it over. Let me know by the end of the week.

She'll love it. It's a once-in-a-lifetime offer, Harry.

I think Michelle is better off staying where she is.

I have to do what I can do to support him.

In every marriage,

The company is Craft and Craft,

OK. Tell it to me again.

Yeah, yeah. The biggest. When do I have to let you know?

I'll call him right now. No point in delaying.

And what about Michelle?

I know the company well. It's big.

Well, you'll have to ask her.

Harry, it's the perfect job for you. You'll love it.

I don't know if it's right for her.

I think I'm going to have a talk with Mr. Marchetta

What does she think?

If moving to L. A. is in Harry's best interest,

and get his feelings about my leaving.

Well, what do you think?

the biggest accounting company in the country.

The biggest.

Thanks, Grandpa.

It's a big decision for me, Bill.

And about helping me find a job in Los Angeles.

Yup. He asked me if I want the job.

and I think I can get a good job

with the biggest accounting company in the country --

Believe me.

It's a great opportunity for you, Harry.

through Mr. Marchetta

in Los Angeles also.

Yeah, I know. The biggest.

Aren't you excited about that?

I met with Bill York today.

Craft and Craft is the biggest in the country.

A vice-presidency

I also have my daughter to consider.

Let me know by the end of the week.

No, I'm not kidding.

I talked to Mr. Marchetta.

When would we have to move?

Sure I am. But there's so much more to consider.

That's exciting, Harry. What was it?

Of course, Harry. I want what's best for you,

He has a major toy buyer in Los Angeles,

I think Michelle is asleep now. Let's talk.

I don't want to interrupt her school year.

You're kidding.

Craft and Craft.

As soon as possible.

I know.

And I talked with Mr. Marchetta. Did York make the offer?

I talked with him, and he understands completely.

What did he say? Did you tell him about me?

and he's pretty sure that I can get a good job there.

And how do you feel about taking the job in Los Angeles?

You're right. How do you feel about it?

But if you and Daddy wanted to,

I guess you know what's best for the family and for me.

Well… I feel fine about it. Why shouldn't I?

Well, then you feel good about taking it?

That's very considerate of you, Michelle.

I know. I heard you talking about it

What's wrong, Susan?

I love my school. I have so many good friends there now.

Oh, there's nothing wrong, Michelle.

But?

But your daddy and I are talking about something

I'd like to talk to you about something.

But I think we should talk to Michelle about all of this.

that I'd like your opinion about.

Come and sit down for a minute, Michelle.

I wouldn't miss a day even if I were really sick.

the other night when I was trying on my new clothes.

It's about moving to Los Angeles.

You're right. We'll talk to her about it.

Well, I really wouldn't want to move, but…

It's the biggest company in the country.

Something important.

How should I feel?

Unbelievable!

We're a family, Harry.

What about her new friends?

I'd miss them a lot,

Does Daddy want to move?

Why don't you tell us about your day.

Michelle was chosen to do

if you're not going to be happy about it.

Michelle and I have all kinds of feelings

I'll make new friends wherever we are as long as we're together.

the school poster for the play this year.

I met with Bill York.

I am so touched. The two of you are really something.

And how was your day, Susan?

Well, how was everybody's day today?

Really, Harry.

Really?

We'll move after the school term.

I think so. He's going to tell us tonight about the job offer.

Congratulations, Michelle! That's something!

Whatever you think is right for you is right for us.

It's OK to talk about it, Harry.

What about Michelle's school?

about leaving New York, the family, and friends.

But what about your friends?

But if you think you should take the job, we're behind you.

Honey, we don't have to move

but I know what it feels like to miss someone.

Michelle knows all about it.

I see you're in a good mood.

Nope.

Oh, Daddy, does that mean we don't have to move?

I couldn't be more sure, Susan.

I'm glad if you are, Harry.

how could I live in Los Angeles

Are you sure?

But, Daddy, I thought…

How's that?

Or me?

Well, I began to think about you and about Michelle,

No, no. I turned it down because of me.

That's right, sweetheart.

Your favorite people?

because I like being my own boss.

The Stewart family, of course.

I run my own company. I'm a big fish in a little pond.

And I love you.

And I don't.

Did you take the job?

I'm not really sure I want to be a little fish in a big pond.

No? You didn't take it?

Who's that?

What?

when all my favorite people live here?

And?

And besides,

do I really want to work for the biggest company in the country?

I went into business for myself

OK. Now, tell us about your talk with Mr. York.

and then I asked myself,

Harry, you didn't turn it down because of me…

No, I did not take the job.

We love you, Daddy.