So, we made it. Sorry for the delay in posting--we don't have internet at the house, and my computer at work is slowwwwwwwwwww. It's older than dirt, I swear. I'm getting a new one soon.
The trip was eventful. Our stuff was supposed to be picked up on Tuesday, but didn't get picked up until Wednesday. They also lied about how quickly we'd get it. It appears we will finally get our belongings this Saturday/Sunday-ish. We hope.
We ended up getting rid of a TON of stuff. Selling it or, last minute, donating or throwing away. We only had so much room in the car, and the movers charged by the cubic foot! YIKES!
The trip to Ohio was okay. Good weather, no traffic, cats were pretty quiet. The trip to Michigan was fine until we hit Lansing--then we were stuck in a traffic back-up for an hour. SO close!!
Of course, we had no stuff---so we slept on the floor on Saturday night. It was sucktastic, let me tell you! Thank the Lord, mommy-in-law brought us an airmattress to sleep on. It's not our bed, but it's comfy enough.
We did buy a table/chairs and a dresser the second day we were here. They are really nice! I'm pleased with our purchase.
We both started work Monday. MSU was good about getting my paperwork through, so I'm all official/enrolled in benefits/etc. now. I have an ID and everything! Of course there are still some odds and ends that need to be dealt with departmentally--the computer thing, plus getting me access to all the systems I need access to in order to advise students, override classes, check degrees, etc. But everyone here is super nice and helpful! I think I will really enjoy my job here.
I drove for the first time here yesterday! It wasn't too bad. Some of the roads are crazy though, because they are major roads but only go in one direction--so it's like 5 lanes across. I'm grateful we got a GPS!
Craig seems to enjoy his new department too. His boss is super nice. They had a party for someone leaving yesterday, and it was at his house. They have a really cute cat named Delilah.
The weather has been pretty nice, though we are expecting severe storms later today--then the temps will only be in the low-70s for the next week or so! The first football game of the season is next Friday. I wanted to get season tickets, but they are $252, even with the faculty discount! YIKES, no thanks! I'll watch on TV or something!
Speaking of TV, we are getting U-Verse. But they can't install until Sept 26th. Boo. I guess that's okay, because we had to get rid of our TV (see the above about space)--actually, we didn't realize it had to be bubble wrapped and boxed, and we didn't have a box big enough. They would charge us $35 to pack it, and we only paid $25 for it, so...yeah. Bye bye TV! It was old and crappy anyway.
Overall, I like MI very much so far. I don't really miss Florida yet. I sort of miss my friends there, but I haven't been gone long enough to REALLY feel it--still been here less time than we have been when we came to visit for holidays, so it doesn't feel like a long time yet.
Until next time! Hopefully I'll get some pics up soon!
Michigan
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Monday, August 1, 2011
Missing You (pt 1)
So as the time draws closer to our exodus of the great state of Florida (17 days), I have decided to start this list I've been meaning to do for awhile. So, without further ado, and in no particular order, I give you:
THE GIGANTIC LIST OF THINGS I WILL MISS ABOUT FLORIDA/GAINESVILLE
1) Publix--God how I will miss Publix. Sorry Meijer, you just don't compare.
2) Setting your watch by the rain--every summer, you know it's true.
3) Salt water beaches--you can't drink it, you get sand everywhere, but there is something about the REAL ocean.
4) Number 15 Jerseys--Okay Gainesville, Timmy has been gone for a year now, so the 15 Jersey is kind of old...but it's still Gainesville-authentic. Which brings me to...
5) The Swamp aka Ben Hill Griffen Jr Stadium--sure, it's hot as the surface of a thousand suns during a noon game, and half the spectators are drunk. You still can't beat a game there.
6) Cool Restaurants--I know you can find these anywhere, but I will really miss the likes of Civilization, The Jones Eastside, Leo's By the Slice, Satchels, Maude's, and a few others I'm forgetting.
7) GCC Part Singing--LCC doesn't have part singers. I will miss hearing Sherwin sing "He Gave Her Water" and "I Hear God Singing to Me" most, I think.
8) Besty Summers Hugs--seriously, does this even need explaination? (I love you Betsy)
9) GCC Christmas Banquet
10) Troy Criss's animated preaching--you've gotta see it to believe it. See Also:
11) Frank Bogle's "being old" jokes.
12) My dad being within driving distance (this especially sucks).
13) Wearing shorts in December.
14) MY JOB. And my desk. With the dual-screen monitors. And the Starbucks around the corner.
15) Kelly Whittle visitng me at work. See also:
16) Getting "Dean's Office Coffee" with Alie. Which usually ends up being the latter part of #14.
17) Fresh veggies year-round. Local-grown.
18) Hurricane Days (I guess I'm trading them for snow-days)
19) Krishna Lunch
20) RTS--admit it, it's pretty reliable. I have no idea what CATA will be like in East Lansing. Plus, RTS has funny signs in the bus.
21) Ichetucknee Springs--and yes, I can spell it without Google.
22) Having any number of horse farms around (East Lansing has like, 2. Maybe.)
23) SUNSHINE IN WINTER.
24) The Independent Florida Alligator--the worst. news. reporting. EVER. But oh, the memories.
25) Alligators. They are so cool.
More to come, including the "Things I Will NOT Miss About Florida" list.
THE GIGANTIC LIST OF THINGS I WILL MISS ABOUT FLORIDA/GAINESVILLE
1) Publix--God how I will miss Publix. Sorry Meijer, you just don't compare.
2) Setting your watch by the rain--every summer, you know it's true.
3) Salt water beaches--you can't drink it, you get sand everywhere, but there is something about the REAL ocean.
4) Number 15 Jerseys--Okay Gainesville, Timmy has been gone for a year now, so the 15 Jersey is kind of old...but it's still Gainesville-authentic. Which brings me to...
5) The Swamp aka Ben Hill Griffen Jr Stadium--sure, it's hot as the surface of a thousand suns during a noon game, and half the spectators are drunk. You still can't beat a game there.
6) Cool Restaurants--I know you can find these anywhere, but I will really miss the likes of Civilization, The Jones Eastside, Leo's By the Slice, Satchels, Maude's, and a few others I'm forgetting.
7) GCC Part Singing--LCC doesn't have part singers. I will miss hearing Sherwin sing "He Gave Her Water" and "I Hear God Singing to Me" most, I think.
8) Besty Summers Hugs--seriously, does this even need explaination? (I love you Betsy)
9) GCC Christmas Banquet
10) Troy Criss's animated preaching--you've gotta see it to believe it. See Also:
11) Frank Bogle's "being old" jokes.
12) My dad being within driving distance (this especially sucks).
13) Wearing shorts in December.
14) MY JOB. And my desk. With the dual-screen monitors. And the Starbucks around the corner.
15) Kelly Whittle visitng me at work. See also:
16) Getting "Dean's Office Coffee" with Alie. Which usually ends up being the latter part of #14.
17) Fresh veggies year-round. Local-grown.
18) Hurricane Days (I guess I'm trading them for snow-days)
19) Krishna Lunch
20) RTS--admit it, it's pretty reliable. I have no idea what CATA will be like in East Lansing. Plus, RTS has funny signs in the bus.
21) Ichetucknee Springs--and yes, I can spell it without Google.
22) Having any number of horse farms around (East Lansing has like, 2. Maybe.)
23) SUNSHINE IN WINTER.
24) The Independent Florida Alligator--the worst. news. reporting. EVER. But oh, the memories.
25) Alligators. They are so cool.
More to come, including the "Things I Will NOT Miss About Florida" list.
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