Pondering my last days at 30.
Being extremely busy at work, I’ve seldom in the last month (or two) taken time out to just relax and actually do something I enjoy that does not involve sleeping out of near exhaustion. Not that I mind sleeping, but a guy sometimes hopes to do other things as well. I have books - half read, and for the near future I’m sure it will stay that way. It’s actually pathetic when you keep buying books or magazines you’re interested in reading and actually see them pile up due to the lack of taking time out to read, Argh! Even recently when I log on to the net with my laptop to distract myself or watch television I doze off and fall asleep, (I’m actually surprised I’m not nodding off at this moment, lol). Its weird waking up at 3am half-naked with the TV blasting, my laptop about to fall on the floor, and being tangled in the few cables connected to it. Ahhh! Is this what awaits for me at 31?
Most of the other times I’m either cleaning up my messes, laundry, or doing chores about the house, and to be honest it’s just on Sunday because the last 5 Saturdays I’ve been working at the office. I think I really need some fun “me time” pretty soon… I’m wondering if I still have friends.
Though I should not complain; it’s great to actually have the job, even if I’m currently under contract for professional services, have no benefits, and no overtime. I really do enjoy it. I feel I’ve learned many things in the few months that I have been there. Currently I’m working on the Sheraton “Convention Center District” Hotel in San Juan. The biggest project in terms of scale and complexity I’ve worked on to date. Apparently things are going good, as I was offered the opportunity to stay. They have opened a permanent position for architect that fits my experience. Other candidates might be considered, but I’ve been told I’m first in line. I’ll know the first week of April, as my present contract expires then. So if you want to cross something… fingers, legs, or nuts go ahead! Either way I’d appreciate the good thoughts.
I was thinking of traveling to New York that exact week, but now I must wait and see what happens. Though travel plans are not out of the question. Two good friends of mine invited me to Provincetown, for Bear Week from July 7th to the 14th. They live half the year there, and the other here in PR. They both own a restaurant called Ross’ Grill, right in P-town, so I have a place to stay. I’m looking forward to the possibility of going… no actually I’m fucking excited at the thought! It’s been years since I’ve visited New England.
So I guess things could be worse, In a few days it's my 31’st birthday. I’m still in denial (not really). I’m actually fine with it. I have no clue as to what to do. It’s on a Tuesday, but I’m sure something will come up ;)