So Far, So Good

So, I'm slowly getting the hang of this town. Meeting people, got my classes all nice and registered for, trying not to get too scared about the onslaught of work that is going to rise up like a mighty wave and wash over me. There's great public transportation, and a spunky, eclectic downtown area. I'm also getting my guitar journey underway, and I'm looking into doing a little tutoring on the side for some extra cash flow. I got my student ID card today. I'm official, baby!

The only slight negative so far is my future apartment. I can't get my keys until tomorrow, but I went over and took a little peek the other day, and it's uber small! Ay, caramba. I spent a lot of time last night formulating a furniture formation in my head that would maximize space. I can't complain too much, though. My rent includes literally everything--utilities, internet, cable (if I so decided to indulge), laundry, even. I need to just relax and get ready to get really cozy.

Anyway, turns out I don't even have to stay up here the whole week of orientation. It's geared mainly for the teaching assistants, and my advisor let me know that since I won't be teaching . . . most of it doesn't really apply to me. Yesterday and today had some pretty important and informative sessions, but she said I could skip the rest of the week. So, I may be going back to the Gump a little sooner and then come back Saturday for the horrendous, grueling move. Ugh, I despise moving.

This is funny. . . it's like, a month or so ago I had no idea what moving up here and plunging into a PhD program would even look like. Now, things are just naturally coming into focus and taking their course.