The story revolves around Ansagan, a young man who is struggling to find a job in his home country. His mother is worried about his future and wants him to go to America to work. Ansagan receives a job offer from an American company with a salary of $15,000, but his father is opposed to the idea, warning Ansagan that he will be cursed if he leaves. Ansagan's wife, Leah, is pregnant, and his family is concerned about leaving her behind. Despite the initial reluctance, Ansagan's father eventually comes around to the idea of him going to America, realizing that it's a good opportunity for his son's career. Ansagan and Leah consider going to America, but they are also concerned about offending Ansagan's mother. In the end, they decide to take a chance and prepare to leave for America.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Ansagan received a job offer from America with a salary of $15,000.
2. Ansagan's mother wants him to stay in Kazakhstan and work.
3. Ansagan's father is neutral about his decision.
4. Ansagan's wife, Leah, is pregnant and about to give birth.
5. Ansagan's parents are concerned about him leaving for America and not being able to care for his family.
6. Ansagan has already refused many job offers from America.
7. The flight from Kazakhstan to America takes 16 hours.
8. Ansagan and Leah's temporary passports are ready.
9. Ansagan's mother-in-law is against him going to America and thinks he should stay and work in Kazakhstan.
10. Ansagan's wife is supportive of his decision to go to America.
11. Ansagan's parents are worried about losing their son and grandson if they move to America.
12. Ansagan's father thinks that if he likes the job offer, he should go.
13. Ansagan's mother is worried about her son's future and thinks he should stay in Kazakhstan.
14. Ansagan's parents are concerned about their son's decision and the impact it will have on their family.
15. Ansagan's wife is trying to convince him to go to America and make a better life for themselves.
16. Ansagan has decided to go to America and start a new life.
17. Ansagan's parents are not happy with his decision, but they will support him.
18. Ansagan and Leah plan to return to Kazakhstan if they don't find work in America.