A Quiet Space

I've completed my first week at yet another new job. And (dare I say it?), I think I might actually like this one. So far, so good. I'm a data processor now with a worker's comp insurance company. The work's not bad and the people are great so far. Getting along with my bosses (always vital). And, best of all, they like me, too. They've been impressed with my work and are trying to talk me into staying long-term. My supervisor's already cross-training me to do other miscellaneous things, so its all good thus far. Let's hope it stays that way.

As for long-range plans, I'm realizing I'll have to scale back a bit. Too many things are up in the air for me to make any definite plans. I know I want my own place after the lease here is up in July, but I don't know for sure if that'll be in Austin or San Diego. Lord knows my heart's in Austin, but if I end up liking this job and if they're paying me well by the summer, that'll change things. That also puts my teacher certification plans up in the air because I really want to teach in Austin. And, as far as that goes, I'm worried that if I get into teaching, I'll never go back to school for my master's. Who knows... So many thing to consider. So I've scaled back to day-by-day, see what happens with this job and see if my social life here ever expands. I have till the summer to make any major decisions.

So, my ex from back home is visiting in April. I'm actually looking forward to it. We get along much better now that we're out of a relationship. It was good to see him when I was back in Austin. Our friendship is much more enjoyable without the pressure of being a couple. Who would've guessed we'd have any kind of functional relationship after years of fighting? :p

But for now, I'm enjoying a lazy early Saturday. I love not having anywhere to go or anything to do. Just taking time to lie in bed with my laptop. The cat's curled next to me, enjoying some lazy time of her own. Quiet downtime is always a good thing.