My work permit and passport arrived this week and I’m so psyched. This means my travel isn’t limited (although my money still is). Yes, that was a joke, but not really. I really wish I’d brought my sleeping bag, then I could stay in hostels or even camp out.
The work permit allows me to stay until August 23rd. I’m sure I won’t stay that long. But it’s nice to have leeway if we need it. It really reduces any pressure we might feel. Actually though I don’t feel pressured about whether I’ll get the job done or not.
Talked to Jill and Kayla last night. We’re all so excited about my trip to LA in a few weeks. And I think I may give Kayla the (Disney) Mulan dress in March rather than wait for her birthday in May. Why? Because I’m her Grandma, that’s why.
Meant to write this Tuesday. But the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday isn’t celebrated as Mardi Gras here, but it is celebrated in an entirely different way. It’s Pancake Tuesday! Don’t know why, but everybody eats pancakes the day before Lent begins. I’ll have to ask how/why it started. I didn’t eat pancakes, because I didn’t feel like going out for a meal after work.
As I paid for my bus ticket today I noticed that you can buy unlimited transport by bus, tram, and train for a monthly fee. If I continue to go to Chorley every week that might be a good idea. It costs me £8.60 for a return ticket by Metro and train. That’s more than $15 and will soon start to drain my personal entertainment budget. It’s worth it though. I really don’t have activities after work. This brings a fun element to look forward to during the work week.
posted by Jerilyn Dufresne, author @ 17:41
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