Moving
I still haven't confirmed with myself where I want to go, but I have decided I will move by September 1. I figure if I put a date on it, it will make it much easier to push myself, and September is a convenient time for me. Jenn will be moving out by August 4 (that's when she's leaving for Europe), and I still want to spend another summer here. I can enjoy all the festivals, and I won't have to worry about finding another roommate (or kicking Jenn out early).
As far as my condo goes, I'm pretty sure I could sell it to my dad or Dylan. Both have expressed interest in moving to Edmonton, and they both like the area I'm in now. I would still check out the current real estate to compare prices, but I think my family would be pretty fair with me if I decided to sell it to them instead of putting it on the market. Plus, if I do that, chances are they won't mind if I leave a few boxes or pieces of furniture behind (but I would try to be fair and not leave too much behind!). I don't think I'll bring it up to my dad until I know for sure where I'm going, just so it seems more concrete, but I think he'll be okay with it and will help me out however he can. Dad knows I've been interested in moving for a few years now.
Ken thinks he will most likely be in another city by the summer as well, for work. He's got an interview with Phillips next week for a job in Saskatoon. I can't picture myself moving to Saskatoon, but I told him I would consider him when deciding where to move. Things are still fairly early with us, and I don't want to rush anything or base my decisions on him, but if he found a job in Calgary or Vancouver, it'd be ideal 'cause I want to move there too. :) We still haven't said the L word, which isn't too big a deal, but I told him I'd want a little more commitment if we're going to talk about moving together (not necessarily moving in together - I told him I'd still like separate places).
I spoke with my TESOL instructor, Joel, on Facebook chat the other night, and he totally got me re-inspired to go to Japan. I'm definitely considering it more, amongst my other options (Calary/Vancouver). Australia is probably at the bottom of my list (#4), but don't worry Laura - I'm still considering it!! If I don't go there though, I'll try really hard to come visit. :)
So, there you have it. I might not make the decision of where for a couple months yet (I still want to wait for Ken to finish his semester, and work on my TESOL course some more), but I have decided when, and sharing it with you makes it feel much more real. :)
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Aside from all that... not much is new! I had a wonderful weekend in Devon at Ken's. For Valentine's, he made me stuffed peppers, stuffed mushrooms and chocolate covered strawberries! It was so yummy!! We just stayed in and watched TV (including a bunch of Sex and the City on TV, which was fun to mock - "too much 'city', not enough 'sex'!"). Most of the weekend was spent inside, but it was so relaxing. Maybe it was being at his house, which has a very home-y feel to it. If it had been my condo, I would've gotten restless. I really enjoyed it out there. We also got to see Amanda and Kevin for the New Works Festival on Sunday (but it was full so we couldn't sit together), and afterwards Ken and I hung out with Justen and played Settlers of Catan! Yay!
I took Kevin's headshots a few weeks ago, but I wasn't too happy with most of them. I need to get my camera fixed (the internal flash is busted). I know it's not the best time financially, but I'm tempted to sell my camera for a couple hundred bucks and upgrade. I'm addicted. ^___^ I think I might try a Canon next time... (Ah, for now, I'll probably just get mine repaired though.)
Work is going well. I've had a lot of really positive feedback from my co-workers, which is always a nice boost. A couple permament positions opened up, and a few people have suggested I apply for them, so I just might do that! The pay raise and benefits would be nice for the summer. :)
On that note - better get back to work! Hope all is well with everyone.
As far as my condo goes, I'm pretty sure I could sell it to my dad or Dylan. Both have expressed interest in moving to Edmonton, and they both like the area I'm in now. I would still check out the current real estate to compare prices, but I think my family would be pretty fair with me if I decided to sell it to them instead of putting it on the market. Plus, if I do that, chances are they won't mind if I leave a few boxes or pieces of furniture behind (but I would try to be fair and not leave too much behind!). I don't think I'll bring it up to my dad until I know for sure where I'm going, just so it seems more concrete, but I think he'll be okay with it and will help me out however he can. Dad knows I've been interested in moving for a few years now.
Ken thinks he will most likely be in another city by the summer as well, for work. He's got an interview with Phillips next week for a job in Saskatoon. I can't picture myself moving to Saskatoon, but I told him I would consider him when deciding where to move. Things are still fairly early with us, and I don't want to rush anything or base my decisions on him, but if he found a job in Calgary or Vancouver, it'd be ideal 'cause I want to move there too. :) We still haven't said the L word, which isn't too big a deal, but I told him I'd want a little more commitment if we're going to talk about moving together (not necessarily moving in together - I told him I'd still like separate places).
I spoke with my TESOL instructor, Joel, on Facebook chat the other night, and he totally got me re-inspired to go to Japan. I'm definitely considering it more, amongst my other options (Calary/Vancouver). Australia is probably at the bottom of my list (#4), but don't worry Laura - I'm still considering it!! If I don't go there though, I'll try really hard to come visit. :)
So, there you have it. I might not make the decision of where for a couple months yet (I still want to wait for Ken to finish his semester, and work on my TESOL course some more), but I have decided when, and sharing it with you makes it feel much more real. :)
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Aside from all that... not much is new! I had a wonderful weekend in Devon at Ken's. For Valentine's, he made me stuffed peppers, stuffed mushrooms and chocolate covered strawberries! It was so yummy!! We just stayed in and watched TV (including a bunch of Sex and the City on TV, which was fun to mock - "too much 'city', not enough 'sex'!"). Most of the weekend was spent inside, but it was so relaxing. Maybe it was being at his house, which has a very home-y feel to it. If it had been my condo, I would've gotten restless. I really enjoyed it out there. We also got to see Amanda and Kevin for the New Works Festival on Sunday (but it was full so we couldn't sit together), and afterwards Ken and I hung out with Justen and played Settlers of Catan! Yay!
I took Kevin's headshots a few weeks ago, but I wasn't too happy with most of them. I need to get my camera fixed (the internal flash is busted). I know it's not the best time financially, but I'm tempted to sell my camera for a couple hundred bucks and upgrade. I'm addicted. ^___^ I think I might try a Canon next time... (Ah, for now, I'll probably just get mine repaired though.)
Work is going well. I've had a lot of really positive feedback from my co-workers, which is always a nice boost. A couple permament positions opened up, and a few people have suggested I apply for them, so I just might do that! The pay raise and benefits would be nice for the summer. :)
On that note - better get back to work! Hope all is well with everyone.