l'aventure commence

Everything’s Not Lost

What a fantastic day.

No work. No class. No babysitting. No auditions. No errands. No obligations. No worries.

I slept in. Got masses of laundry done. All of it, actually. I rid my car of the obnoxious and embarrassing amount of clutter that has accumulated. (Life on the go.) I got some groceries. I jammed on my guitar a bit. Caught up with the ol’ bandmates. I even squeezed in some Youtube time. The highlight of my day, however, was catching a yard sale where I would buy a vintage looking vinyl/cd/cassette player for fifteen bucks, and a Sector 9 longboard for EIGHT dollars. I was in shock. I literally spent twenty-three dollars on what could have easily cost a combined five hundred. Now that is a steal. So, so grateful. The universe is kind.

In other news…

…Might as well update…

Where to begin? It’s been a while. I’ve just been all over the place with auditions, babysitting and work. The bit of extra time I have is not going to waste. I am working on the social life. Well, I guess it’s finding me, but I’m not shutting it out this time. I’ve been meeting wonderful people with great personalities. I’m finding myself surrounded by warm company. I’m laughing more, learning more and simply living more. Life is alright.

I paused my apartment search for a brief time. About a month ago, I was very close to settling for a place. It was tiny and old, quiet and cute, simple and perfect for me. The best part was that it was in my budget. After a few days of thinking about it, I decided to apply. Just as I was driving to drop off the application, my lady called. We had a good conversation that for me turned a bit emotional. It made me wonder if it was the right time. Not just the right time, because the time is always now, but the right moment. I thought about a lot of things. I called my brother who gave me good advice. I called Akeem who gave the same. I prayed about it (don’t know to whom). I cried about it. I really didn’t know what to do. Finally, I called the manager of the place, thanked her for her time and politely declined. My heart said no. I wasn’t ready. I couldn’t be more content with my decision. And really, I couldn’t be more grateful that I have the opportunity to wait for the right place with zero pressure or a deadline.

The universe is kind.

So I’ve taken some time off from searching. A place that I was referred to a while back will be available soon. I am going to check it out next week. If I like it, the move will happen. I am ready now. I have also decided to have a roommate. While I would prefer to live alone, splitting with someone would be cheaper. And while I can find a place that I can afford on my own (I already have), I feel it best to start with someone. Fortunately, one of my coworkers, who is a great gal, agreed that we should team up. We also agreed that we’d both prefer to live alone but can stand the other’s company enough and will respect the other’s space. We’re both outgoing hermits. It’s perfect.
So that’s that.

Everything else has been happening as it has happened. I unexpectedly got a second job at the famous Patrick’s Roadhouse. The owner came into my main job, said he liked my personality and asked me to work for him. I love it. It’s smack on the PCH so when I’m filling the sugar caddies on my down time, I’m looking out at the ocean. It’s gorgeous. I’ll be there once or twice a week.

Nothing more to write, really. I had a wonderful day. And it’s my favorite day of the week! Who’d’ve thunk it?
It’s past midnight now. I’ve to be up early. Coldplay’s Parachutes album is spinning right now (literally :D). Oh, vinyl. Oh, love.

Time for bed. Ever so thankful.

If you ever feel neglected
If you think that all is lost
I’ll be counting up my demons
Hoping everything’s not lost

The universe is kind.