Many years ago....a ‘tester’ at the factory got a Russian bride. He went over and met the family before he brought her home. He brought her and her daughter back. He had a few Vodka recommendations.
Over many years, I’d see him in the can, always asking how married life was treating him. He usually had a recent story about his wife and daughter.
He was a little socially awkward, but always respectful. Seemed happy to me.
He ‘early’ retired before I did.....and started driving semi’s.....teaming up with his wife. They completed the training while he was still testing.
I would’ve bet against his decision, but glad it worked out for him.