I feel like a slacker

I need to start updating more frequent, that also requires setting up my computer at home though.  I recently had some issues at work and realized that college really hasn't prepared me for the real world yet.  They don't help you to handle certain situations that are inevitable when entering the work force.  No one even mentioned how one approaches their boss when they feel certain policies are ridiculous.  Or the fact that some employers flat out lie.   But that's besides the point.

My heart is aching for New York.  I have never wanted to be someplace so badly.  With major family issues going on and the inability of me helping, it's really starting to put a toll on me.  I'm not happy.  My two best friends already live 3 hours from me and I barely get to see them.  Don't get me wrong, I love my friends here but I've accepted the fact that I may need to say goodbye until next time.  I know I'll be back (especially if I leave soon, I still have an apartment) but it's time for the next chapter in my life.  In making this decision, I've realized I am getting underpaid based on what I could be making even as a temp in New York.  Yes, I understand the cost of living is higher but it's not that much higher from Florida.  It would be nice to be able to pay my bills and help my parents out as well, considering the money situation is scary on all ends.  I miss my sisters, my brothers and my nieces (one of which I have yet to meet).  I don't want to miss any more birthdays, parties, events, dinners, none of it.

The next chapter of my life: Getting Kristen Back into the City.  Stay tuned. 

Well, maybe not goodbye just yet

Alright, so thinking hard and long, I have realized there's no way I can get a car now.  I need to pay off my debt, not add to it.  I finally got approved for a secured cc, one step in the right direction.  The others, well lets say money is going to be tight for a bit.  Let us add an LSAT class to that total too.  Oh boy.

As much as I may 'complain' my boss really is a great guy.  I asked for a push in the right direction and instead he is going to help me further!  I'm talking about about the whole apartment complex debacle.  It's good to be working for someone who really does care, more than just themselves.

I feel like life is uneventful now that I am not in school.  Work is going to be very busy these next few weeks.  I was already asked about overtime, I can hopefully afford to fix my car sooner rather than later if I pick up enough OT.  Pay off debts sooner?  Most likely going to see my baby niece sooner.  I like that choice.  That's what is so hard about being down here, being away from my family.  I never thought I was so concerned with my family life, but I really am.  I hate missing out on birth(day)s, holidays, bbqs, ya know all the fun stuff.  Watching my siblings/nieces grow.  Soon I'll be back home.  If I know how to leave my extended family aka my friends.

LSAT mode officially begins after Saturday.  This is my final week of freedom (as if I had it with work and all...).

It's time to say goodbye to that damn car

After 3+ years of continued frustrations with a certain 2001 Hyundai Sonata, it is time to say goodbye.  My only caveat is that I do not have the $ for a new car.  What a catch 22 I'm in.  Car won't start, can't get a new one (yet).  Keeping my fingers crossed that this Kia promotion will do me well and I am able to walk away with a new car by the end of this weekend.  If not, I have no idea what I am going to do.  This is about the time I wish that I didn't screw my credit up as an irresponsible 18 year old instead of the understanding of how to handle my finances.  We really do get wiser with age.

If I am unable to get a new car, looks like I'll get into great shape by walking everywhere.  At least I live downtown and it's more convenient to get around, I'm just hoping this weather cools down a bit.  I am assuming my next few blogs will be about becoming an adult and the financial responsibilities of this adult world.  I don't like it already.