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Taking stock
Oct. 2nd, 2012 07:06 pmGEMINI (May 21-June 20): "It was the best of times, it was the worst of
times." That's the opening sentence of Charles Dickens' bestselling novel
*A Tale of Two Cities.* The author was describing the period of the
French Revolution in the late 18th century, but he could just as well have
been talking about our time -- or any other time, for that matter. Of
course many modern cynics reject the idea that our era is the best of
times. They obsess on the idea that ours is the worst of all the worst
times that have ever been. When your worried mind is in control of you,
you may even think that thought yourself, Gemini. But in accordance with
the current astrological omens, I challenge you to be a fiery rebel: Come
up with at least five reasons why this is the best of times for you
personally.
This is far too apt for me today, Uncle Rob. I woke up late today, didn't have breakfast or tea and felt out of it for a good chunk of the day. Things did get done, I took care of the Fire Drill packets, which is a big things off my list.
In terms of living situation, I just emailed the extended stay place that's near the school as from what my parents have said getting my stuff will take some time and I think finding a place will as well. Even if I do find the perfect spot, it will require time to settle in as well as to move it all, but if I'm staying in a furnished apartment, it will be better for me. I miss having a kitchen to cook in and fill with my stuff so much and if I had a kitchen then I could make myself lunch and dinner. It would save me money in the long run even though I might end up spending a good bit on the rent at first. Today I went and saw an apartment complex that I really liked but they have a long waiting list for places. That just means I keep looking, but its tiring me out.
As per Uncle Rob, here are five reasons that this is the best of times:
1-I'm working as a librarian and changing the culture of the school.
2-I can afford to rent someplace with space and where in time I can have a pet. I don't have that space yet, but its possible.
3-Slenderman plot started in Milliways and I'm going to give Charles an EP to get him into it tonight.
4-Liquor is sold in grocery stores in Michigan, so after work tomorrow I can buy myself a bottle of Maker's Mark.
5-I have delicious cupcakes that I won at the All School Picnic.
A few more as this is making me feel good.
6-I've got a few fic ideas that I want to expand on. It feels like its been too long since I wrote something and I want to do some creating.
7-I've helped to create a roleplaying club and the students are very into it.
8-I just finished reading Team Human which is a wonderful satire of Twilightish books as well as being a wonderful book on its own.
9-I have a great Team Me in everyone reading this and my family to remind me to take care of myself and that I will get settled.
10-On Thursday, I'm going to go into a classroom and teach about researching to middle school kids.
