Wrapping up summer

Life has been fairly uneventful these past few months. I really, really, REALLY wanted to be out of this house by the end of summer. So far that hasn't happened. It is hard to find something out here that will allow dogs in our price range. Also, I really want to live in Hilo town to be closer to school, and Baxter wants to stay in Puna to be close to work. In the end, I would be happy for anything with more space and a more traditional bathroom.

I will always be a fan of living the simpler life, but I think there is a big difference in living a simple life and an uncomfortable life. After awhile, there are just certain things you get really tired of dealing with on a regular basis, and rustic life begins to lose its charm.  Certain things become a luxury such as privacy, organization, cleanliness, space to prepare meals, and getting a good night sleep without being bitten by tiny red fire ants.

Even though we haven't found a new home yet, I still fulfilled many of my goals during summer break. My parents bought me a car as an early graduation present, which in turn got me a great job almost immediately. When I say "great", i'm talking bussing and occasionally hosting at a nice restaurant downtown. But the key terms here are STEADY and NON-SKETCHY. Compared to past jobs i've had here, this is smooth sailing and I am very thankful. I am also looking at getting a tutoring job on campus once school begins. Maybe my universe will present a new house in the near future.

Also, you may see the title of the blog changing from time to time as I am trying to find one that fits :)