The next couple of weeks I will be packing and steeling myself for a major lifestyle change.
We are moving to Salt Lake City, Utah
FOR THE SUMMER.
I always add those last three words because I'm still holding on to the wild hope that we will return to Brooklyn if I can somehow find a full time job with medical benefits.
Leaving New York is a huge scary leap.
I've never "lived" anywhere else.
College doesn't count because I spent all my spare weekends "back home".
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| ACK! No Metropolitan Museum of Art |
Salt Lake City is beautiful but I have never felt more "at home" than here in Williamsburg...
Never mind that both the "hipster" and the "hip hop" crowds agree I'm a big old nerd.
I don't even qualify for "geek".
Geeks rule this place.
I should have studied software engeneering in college.
Says the grown assed woman who can't add, subtract or multiply fractions.
We are not giving up the apartment.
How do you know you are talking to a true New Yorker?
The question, "Are you giving up the apartment?" is ALWAYS the second thing New Yorkers ask.
Right after, "SALT LAKE CITY? Why???"
LOL!!!
I always say "Salt Lake City has an actual job market."
And affordable housing.
By "affordable" I mean rents that aren't 3,000 a month for 500 square feet with a window that faces a brick wall or a rat infested alley... next to the elevated train (just like in "Blues Brothers".)
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| No BRIC Arts concerts by the water with the Freedom Tower shinning bright. |
So off to Salt Lake we go.
I will miss Finnabair's class over at Little Bird Creations in July. (AAIIIEEEE!)
I won't be here to meet the Mariposa Collective (ya'll better keep meeting without me OR ELSE!)
If you are visiting between mid June to late August I won't be able to meet you.
Just when I think I'm done crying, I burst into tears again.
Dude! Get. a. grip!
I must admit those are not primary concerns.
Having a stable economic outlook and a good home for the little one is.
Awesome pluses?
GARDENING!!!
Also?
HIKING!!!!!
I'm excited about those.
And thankfully Salt Lake City has a decent dinosaur Museum for Lola to live in.
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| No Brooklyn Botanical Garden. Worst of all- no easy access to Abuela. |
Keeping my fingers crossed I can substitute Einstein and Co bagels for Bagelsmith.
I don't know WHAT I'm going to do about pizza.
I might even lose weight.
I was telling my husband I should open a brick over pizza place and call it Brooklyn's Best.
I'd have photos from "The Godfather" and "Do The Right Thing" on the walls.
I'd stage poetry and short story slams and have local crafter's work installed on the walls....
Dreaming that makes me happy.
We'll see.
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Michelle
I am sooooo, soooooo, soooooo bummed that I might, MIGHT!, not get to meet you once I finally get my ass over there...! Here's holding on to the hope that you get a job with benefits in NYC in the fall!
ReplyDeleteOH MY!!! Big change! I have never been to SLC, but I know it myst be beautiful! I look forward to all of the gorgeous Instagram picts that I know we will get to see :) And - gorgeous layout as always!!!!
ReplyDeleteEverything happens for a reason, my dear, and I just know that you will embrace all the great experiences that are awaiting you and your family. LIfe is an adventure!
ReplyDeleteOh wow michelle! That is a HUGE change! I hope that you're able to really embrace the experience. We all know here your heart is though, so there's no doubt that this is only for a moment, or who knows maybe you will do the pizza thing and and have a little bit of New York to keep you satisfied in between trips back to see the family? Just know that I'm thinking of you because I know that this is going to be a tough transition. This may mean a bigger place though, right? So maybe a space for all of your craft supplies? Just looking at the positives! :)
ReplyDeleteOh wow michelle! That is a HUGE change! I hope that you're able to really embrace the experience. We all know here your heart is though, so there's no doubt that this is only for a moment, or who knows maybe you will do the pizza thing and and have a little bit of New York to keep you satisfied in between trips back to see the family? Just know that I'm thinking of you because I know that this is going to be a tough transition. This may mean a bigger place though, right? So maybe a space for all of your craft supplies? Just looking at the positives! :)
ReplyDeleteThat is really a huge change and I wish you all the very best on your move! Everything will work out as it should! Your layout is gorgeous! I love how you incorporated the flair! You are awesome and I am so glad to have you on the team and to know you! Let me know if you need anything at all! :)
ReplyDeleteWishing you the best in this big change, Michelle! I totally understand the economics end - city living is pricey. It will be worth it when you're able to do outdoor activities with Lola more, too. Kids need to be able to be outside... There will always be things that you miss, but if you can build a good quality of life for her - totally worth it. :-) Good luck!
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