A letter home.

Thursday, July 9, 2009 14:57
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I was happy to get done today what I could get done. The U-Haul truck and trailer where returned, late of course, by a few hours. The man working the turn in was kind and allowed the overage to slide by without additional fees. After a quick run through of the truck, he was satisfied. I did have to put in some fuel. I told him the truck was only ¾ full when I picked it up, so he agreed to that level of fill. Nothing happens quickly here. I think between the heat and the laid back attitude, all interactions take lots of time. Then again, I never was good at counting in time for paperwork, driving, or such. I then put utilities in my name. As usual, this task took close to an hour, without any wait in a line. I returned the various items I needed to return on my rout doing my primary tasks. I retuned everything without a problem. I dropped a few things off at the storage unit, then went grocery shopping.

Food sounds like such a simple thing to buy. And, usually it is. I had only meant to pick up a half dozen items. Instead I ended up with a cart full. Tuna, bread, water, milk, and the rest. I then remembered laundry and bought those goods. On and on, I found little things I needed or really wanted. Paper plates to napkins to olives. I returned home with these goods, well and truly tired. I unloaded and unpacked these, then grabbed a few arms full from the Xterra, the little I have left to unload is dwindling. I then took a two hour nap, setting my alarm, just in case or more just to see if I could or wanted to wake up.

I did wake up, and easily. So, I decided to do the last of my shopping chores for a while. I went to Wal-Mart and bought a tiny microwave (I have almost zero workspace), a large standing fan, real glasses in case of guests, a few towels since I cannot yet find my other towels, trash bins, and a can opener. I had wanted a tuna sandwich so badly only to realize I had no can opener, earlier. I really am amazed at how much I am getting done and how quickly it is all coming together. Even with the heat, my apartment only ever seems to drop to 80 at night, though throughout the later parts it might get cooler. Perhaps it is the heat that allows me to work, I am not sure.

Tomorrow I need to change my mailing address at the post office. My lady friend is picking up my mail at my previous apartment, currently. I also need to open a bank account and begin getting my checks directly deposited here and I need to do some laundry. Perhaps I will finish unloading the Xterra, though some of that goes to the storage unit. It will be nice to have everything unloaded, finally. I would also like to contact my old Nissan dealership. We had a deal where they would pick up my first 3 oil changes, including adding synthetic oil. I believe my dealer said he would pass that on, if I moved. I will see about that. Regardless of how that goes, I will need to schedule a service for the SUV. Oh, I remembered to call the VA Vocational Rehabilitation Officer today. I let them know that I had moved to Utah and if he wanted to get me connected out here, I would begin that. I am quite sure, whatever else, he is quite pleased to be done with me. I got the feeling they hated working with me.

There are so many other things yet to do. Finding out about the pool, where it is located, hours, and such. But first, I really am hoping to have some time, soon, where I can just focus on the apartment, getting what remains packed unpacked, rearranging my furniture and setting up my exercise equipment and furniture so that it is the most convenient and comfortable. I will get to it in the next day or two, I am almost sure. On the good side, I have been being very organized in my unpacking, storing, arranging, and such to date. My purchases are helping to keep me organized and comfortable. I think I will do fine here at this minimalist apartment, at least in the short term. I would not want this forever, but two years here would not be unthinkable if the plan is currently for a year or less. It all depends on the realestate markets, interest rates, and things. I will not be looking for about 3 months, I believe. I would like to take some time to think, save at least a little money, and enjoy myself a bit.

Good night, good day, good morning… Wherever this hits you, whenever I send it, and such.