Seeing as how we just had the Thanksgiving holiday, it feels more appropriate to list things to be thankful for right now, rather than jump right into complaining about how depressingly, frustratingly tiny our apartment is, or how depressingly, frighteningly huge Salt Lake City is. Though I am sorely tempted...
~I'm thankful that, due to traffic issues with the U-Haul center in our town, we were able to rent one from the neighboring town, because to make up for the inconvenience they gave us an extra day and 250 extra miles at no charge. We picked up the truck early, and were able to get everything packed in a timely manner.
~I'm thankful for my sister Janelle, who spent every day this week at our apartment, helping us clean, pack, load the truck, and watch the kids.
~I'm thankful that my whole family came over, in two batches, on Friday to help us finish up getting ready for check-out, and to say goodbye.
~I'm thankful that we had a safe journey. I'm especially thankful that I didn't have a panic attack as we were driving into Salt Lake on that insanely huge highway.
~I'm thankful for the Wendy's value menu, and for all the ketchup that makes Thomas eat anything we put it on.
~I'm thankful that the manager was at our apartment when we got here. Her office is in another building, so she came over hoping to catch us at the right time. She did, and we were able to check in right away.
~I'm thankful that Jeff's sister Joy and her family were able to come and help us unload most of our stuff from the truck.
~I'm thankful that our new apartment has a dishwasher and kitchen sinks that actually drain.
~I'm thankful that we have our very own covered parking space, right next to the door.
~I'm thankful that the heaters in the apartment work well, though we probably won't run them to their full capacity, to save money!
~I'm thankful that we rented a utility dolly along with the truck. Loading and unloading has been so much easier than it would have otherwise been.
~I'm thankful that, even though I'm too scared to actually drive to it by myself, we have a Wal-Mart Super Center very close.
~I'm thankful that we're in an old, historic part of Salt Lake, with lots of beautiful buildings to look at and photograph (once I get brave enough to go outside!).
~I'm thankful that we finally have internet again!
~Lastly, I'm thankful for the fact that even though this move has been hard, physically and emotionally, and even though I feel terrified, lost, and completely out of my element in this big city, I have this opportunity for personal growth and progress. Challenges are given for a reason, and I hope I'm up to the task.
Lest you all think this whole situation is just sunshine and roses, I will say that my "kitchen" is so small that it barely fits two people, and there is practically nothing in the way of drawer or cupboard space. Tell me, how can I be completely happy with a kitchen as tiny as that?
9 comments:
I know moving is hard and scary, but you'll get used to it quickly :) I'm guessing you're actually in Salt Lake City? I've never known anyone that actually lives in the city...LOL. People usually live in the surrounding towns. I think you'll really like it here.
So glad you made it down here! SLC can be kind of scary at first, but in time, I think you will really grow to love the area (and believe it or not, you'll get used to the freeways too!) Hang in there!
I am glad that you made it there safe and sound! It all seems overwhelming now but someday it will all be easy breezy!
Funny how people always seem to want what they can't have! Here I am in a small town and I'm BEGGING to get back to UT county/a big city, like I'm use to. I guess, the only advice I can give about the whole kitchen situation is to try to look at the positive. Don't think about how small it is...think about the fact that you have one to begin with...that there is food to be able to cook with in that cosy kitchen. Hang in there! Glad you made it safely.
You sound like you need a hug. (Consider yourself hugged by me.)
I hadn't realized you were this anxious about the move, and I'm glad things went smoothly for you so you didn't have that panic attack ;) I'm hoping you get used to things pretty quickly and learn to love being down there...at least you've got a couple of aunts right close *within 45 min!* and you're only a few hours from a visit to your parents. Here's another hug and I'm looking forward to brave trips to the Walmart, beautiful pictures of historic Salt Lake, and posts about wonderful neighbors and fun ward activities!
About that kitchen...my last apartment was like that. (Like, you can't open the dishwasher and the fridge-or the stove and the dishwasher...or the fridge and the stove-at the same time.) Been there, hated that. But still have good memories of it. So will you. Hugs again! (And sorry for the book I just posted here)
You know, I actually can open the oven and the dishwasher at the same time ... it just takes up the entire kitchen when I do!
Well, I for one am very glad you're here. I have been thinking how much fun I could have with you guys since my own family is scattered all over the country!! We are in the Salt Lake City Temple district, so I think we should go to the temple and dinner together. Maybe I can bring a babysitter. (you would have to approve of course) It's been a while since I have been able to be an "Aunt" even though I'm always one...oh well, you'll have to figure that last one out.
You know, I used to think Salt Lake was a big city until I came to California, where even when you're not in the city there are big crazy freeways and everything feels overwhelming. Wow, that was confusing. Basically, I think you will learn to love it. There is so much in a city that you can't do or get when you're in the country. And someday when you have a bigger kitchen you will appreciate it so much more because you will have gone without...been there done that too. :) But at least you have a dishwasher! Good luck with getting settled.
Oh you moved:) Sorry I missed that:):)
Off to see the kitchen pic.
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