Yeah, well, until I see the money, the post subject still stands! He doesn't retire for a year. They are plenty happy to see me take on more responsibility, including managing the group. They have every confidence in my ability.....raise, uh, oh yeah, we'll get back to you! But if I get a couple years experience being manager and I'm not happy with what they've done for me, I'll be able to write my own check elsewhere. 
