The New DremelCrib

[dremelgeek]

Well I'm not really sure what the hell happened today.  All I was doing was some casual window shopping for apartments.  You know, nothing serious, just getting a feel for what's out there.  The next thing I know I'm signing on the dotted line and forking over first and last month's rent.  Effective June 1, I will be officially be untied from my

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[mcbloom]

Nice photos !

Treat yourself to some takeout for a couple of days, try to get out as much as you can circulate in the city. Walking in the neighbourhood and getting tea or coffee out will probably help you immensely.
The first few days is a bit ... disturbing ... when you make big changes like this ..
But change is part of life, and you can choose to embrace change and grow strength from it or you can wait for change to find you and let it surprise you in how inconsiderate it can be in nature.

Big changes happen when you take chances on yourself. Things won't always necessarily be ideal and rosey, but without putting your intention out in the world, there's no real way of knowing what potentially could be in store.

[dremelgeek]

Thanks, you're absolutely right. While this transition may be difficult, I'm sure that it's the best thing for me to do, and I'll be much better off in the end. I've been hiding from life for too long now. Time to start experiencing it.

[mcbloom]

I look forward to hearing the continued adventures ... I'd recommend trying the coffee or tea at alternative grounds down the street. Its an excellent place to start surveying the neighbourhood.

[dremelgeek]

Thanks. One of the other landlords with whom I met also mentioned that coffee shop. I'll definitely have to give it a try.

[nighthawk21]

I am so flipping excited and proud for you. Now, moving:
Call El Cheapo renters they are apparently good. I have another company if this one does not float ( a friend is moving on Saturday too.

Look at the paint jobs, the hardwood floors, the tiles.

It is awesome!!!
You will be fine. honest.

I will help you furniture shop. Actually, if you are game, I will enlist my friend Sylvia's help. She is the queen of good deals etc. Just a thought.
Between the two of us you will have all that you need.

And, a little secret about your neighbourhood. Have you been in the delis? They have pre-cooked fish, pork, chicken plus cabbage rolls. Toss in microwave and serve. Cheap than some take out.

Other takeout:
Cosa Pizza is the best. Vicky's fish at Howard Park and ronces has excellent cheap good thai

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[dremelgeek]

"El Cheapo"? That's hilarious! I have to use them just because of the name. I wonder what they charge to pick up a bed and a computer, because that's just about all I have. We'll have to stop to pick up the rest along the way.

Yes, furniture. I'll need that, won't I? This ought to be interesting. I'll soon find out if I have any taste. Everything needs to be dolphin themed by the way. Actually, there's this place at Bathurst & Richmond that sells some super nice stuff - all dark wood and clean lines. If they're reasonable, they'll get to furnish my livingroom. By the way, i have no idea what's reasonable. Thanks so much for the offer, I'll need the help I'm sure.

Thanks for the food tips too. That's just the kind of survival training I'm sure I'll need the most. I walked by the delis and they were always busy - a good sign no doubt. It'll be nice to see how the Polish cabbage roll compares to the old Saviciunas recipe. I bet it comes a close second place.

Microvave? I'll have to add that to the shopping list.

[blankboy]

Congratulations! It seems scary now but you'll love it!

[dremelgeek]

Thanks!
Funny, I feel like my attitude is already changing. To my surprise I went for a jog today. I haven't done that since high school. I was just planning on a brisk walk (which I also don't normally do) but the mood struck me and off i went. Then, after that, I dropped by a health food store.
Whereas before I felt I had no real control over the direction of my life, or at least i was heavily under the influence of my parents. They buy junk food, and i eat it. They question where I'm going, so i don't go out so often. Yeah, things will be much different i think.

[crimsonsketch]

I knew you could do this! I'm so proud of you. As said above, these changes seem overwhelming and the first few days might be a bit difficult, but it will be so exciting to discover every new thing in your neighbourhood and about yourself :-)

So when are you moving exactly? Have you picked a day?

[dremelgeek]

You deserve much of the credit. Thanks for the much needed kick in the pants. I've lived that way for so long I couldn't even recognize that it might be causing some of the problems I've been having.
Luckily i have the luxury of easing my way into this. I'm not being extracated from my current place so i can take the time to acquire whatever essentials i may need before moving in. I figure mid-month sounds about right.
The neighbours seemed nice. Right around our age too.

Thanks again. And start working on those recipe cards for me. I can't live on takeout forever!

[dremelgeek]

So as I was wrapping up my earlier response to you my parents arrived home from the cottage. I sprung the news, and now Mom is giving me the silent treatment. Nice. What on earth could possibly be a legitimate reason for her to be upset at me?!? It's not like I just told her I'm joining the Raelian movement or something. Would it kill her to show a little support?

Maybe I could move in tonight.

[crimsonsketch]

Yeah! You could totally move in right away! You're mom probably feels unwanted and unnecessary and think if she makes you feel guilty about it you'll stay. It's really quite selfish of her (though i'm sure she doesn't realize it) for her to put her own happiness ahead of yours when it is really your life to live. It's her job as a parent to allow you learn and grow and experience life.

[zubricus]

Sweet!

[dremelgeek]

Yes!
I thought I would be more nervous about the transition, but I'm really looking forward to it. I can buy what I want, and do what I want, when I want without worrying about what the folks will think. Long long overdue. Inertia I guess.