Life Thus Far

I am now a New Mexican.  Once I get my drivers license in the mail I can prove it to you.  Everything is just great here.   And I’m not really joking.  Here are some ABC’s on my new life

A – So when I visited in April I thought ALBUQUERQUE consisted of Central Avenue, and that’s all.  When Julie and I went to every thrift store and garage sale in the city we learned that it is much bigger, but for the most part everything I need is very close to where I live.  This week I only drove 50 miles total, that is about what I was driving every day in my other life.

B – To get to school I’ve been taking the public BUS.  It is free for students and I’ve gotten to talk to all sorts of people.   Usually the seats next to the more questionable characters are empty so I sit there and have had some great conversations/counseling sessions.   On Monday I thought I would try my luck on the #5 bus and see if it took me close to where I live.  It didn’t take me very close at all but an hour and a half later I made it home.

C – I’ve gone running with my roommate twice and only ran into a CACTUS once.  She pulled out the spike for me but it still itches some.

D – At one of those Albuquerque garage sales I got a really nice DRESSER, and the old owners were from Concord, small world.  I have most of my furniture now and my house in general is very homey.

E – Since I’m here for an EDUCATION I guess I should mention that.  I started school last Monday and now have had all four of my classes.  We have to do a lot of group projects so that should be interesting.  So far school is way less time consuming than working full time but that might change eventually, as of now I feel like I’m on vacation.

F – I should probably make some FRIENDS. I know a few people and my roommates are great but probably riding the bus isn’t the best way to fulfill my need for social interaction.

G – This morning I went to church at a place called GARFIELD GOSPEL HALL (can you guess the denomination?)  Anyways it was nice and I met lots of old men.  My favorite was George, he gave me his information on a paper from his nursing home that also lists his allergies.  I’m a little confused because under likes it says “lemons and tangerines” but he is allergic to citrus.  Rough life.  I also met Robert(?) and his niece Daisy, she’s 65 so he’s no young chicken.

H- HOW are you?

here comes adventure

I’m moving on Wednesday.  I have today and tomorrow to pack and am not thrilled about the prospect.  Additionally I have a cold, I took Nyquil last night at 6:50 and slept for over 12 hours.  Since I am currently avoiding packing I will tell you what other stuff I have been doing.

2 weekends ago I went to a Giants game with Jenn.  They won so that was exciting.   

This weekend was Katie Rystom’s wedding extravaganza.  I should attach a picture from that but I didn’t take any and am relying on others to send them out eventually. It was great getting to see my college roommates, I don’t remember the last time I’ve laughed that consistently.  There aren’t too many people who think it is a great idea to make nun habits out of plastic garbage bags and wear them in public while singing personalized renditions of Sound of Music songs.

Last Wednesday I finished my career as Dowd and Guild’s ambassador of goodwill.  So far I’ve decided retired life is quite lovely.  Except for the paycheck factor.  Once I get settled in Albuquerque I’ll be looking for a job.

Here are some fun facts about my upcoming move:

I’m moving to Albuquerque to get my MBA at UNM.

It is a 2 year program and I start next Monday.

I’m going to live in a 3 bedroom duplex with 2 other girls, I’ll meet them on Thursday.

I got a bed on Craigslist, $50 including delivery.  Some might think that is sketchy but I think it is a provision from God.  Everything else either is fitting in my car or I’ll be buying it when I get there.

I’m leaving bright and early Wednesday with my loaded up Honda and my sister Julie (sans children).

I have a new address let me know if you want it and then you can mail me something. Maybe you’ll get some New Mexican artwork in return.