Finally got a new wireless router and got it all hooked up and working, so I am once again back amongst the civilized with internet on my own computer! Up until this point the only internet in the house has been on my mom's desk top, which happens to be in her bedroom and somewhat inconvenient given the completely opposite schedules that we keep. But now with the wireless network I have access with my laptop anywhere in the house. It's a beautiful thing.
There's lots to catch up on, so I guess I'll just give you a little random list:
* Work continues to go well and makes me happy 95% of the time, which is a definite improvement over the situation I was in just a few months ago. Of course there are always ups and downs and minor irritations, but overall I am content with where I'm at for the time being, and feel fulfilled and rewarded with the job I'm doing. It helps to be back in a familiar setting with people who I have known for a long time.
* Mom and I are babysitting for Isa, my brother and sister-in-law's 2 year old pit bull. Brian and Deb spent a week in Portugal visiting Deb's parents (they have lived in Portugal for years, doing missionary work) and are now in Italy for the wedding of one of Deb's coworkers (who was also her roommate for awhile and one of her bridesmaids.) It has been an adventure, to say the least! She still has a lot of puppy in her, and needs a lot of attention and exercise every day. So we've been playing in the backyard a lot, and going for walks every day. I got a little brave the other day and took her out for a run... or maybe she took me, haha!
* I still have not unpacked half of my stuff. Actually, half of my stuff is being stored at my parents cabin. The other half is here in the house, spread out between the basement, garage, and foyer. And most of it's not unpacked. But I'm working on it, slowly. It's kinda funny to realize how much stuff I have that I really don't NEED. I'm considering not unpacking much more, if I don't really need it and will just be packing it back up again before too long.
* Speaking of packing up again, I've been giving that a lot of thought lately. Initially when I moved back here the plan was to be here through the first of the year, and then be on my way to Philly. Time seems to be flying pretty quickly, and I'm still getting some things taken care of and back in order. So now I'm kind of thinking I may sit still where I'm at until next summer. That will give me more flexibility with the job search, and not create the pressure to just take whatever I can get to be on my way. It's also helpful with student loan payments to be staying with Mom at this point, so I might as well take advantage of that while I can and make a major dent in my loans.
* I joined the hand bell choir at church with my mom. Initially I did it because she asked me to, but it turns out that I love it! I miss making music, and lot having it however I can get it.
* I miss you all terribly!!