Ryan and I had a very busy and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend. Saturday morning we drove to Boston to finally see our new place. To our relief the apartment is fabulous. I was a little nervous since we signed the lease without actually seeing the place, but luckily the apartment is wonderful. After unloading our car full of boxes, we got back in the car and headed to New Jersey. It was a long day, but well worth it.
Sunday was our last day at our ward in New Jersey. It was really sad to say goodbye to all our friends. It was especially hard for me to say goodbye to my primary class. I teach the sunbeams and they are the sweetest kids. I am really going to miss them.
On Monday Ryan and I went on a run and then watched the Wayne Valley Memorial Day Parade. After the parade we worked tirelessly on getting our apartment packed up and getting the cars loaded up for another trip to Boston. This weekend we are driving to Boston to drop off Ryan’s car in storage and also bring another load of boxes.
Today, I am back at work. I can’t believe this is my last week; it has gone way too fast! Nevertheless, I’m really excited for the move to Boston, I think it is going to be a great two years for Ryan and I.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Apartment Search
Last weekend Ryan and I went to Boston to look for housing. We looked at about 20 different places, however, none of them were the perfect fit. I’ll admit there were a few that would have worked fine for us, but we were not excited about anything we saw.
Finally, on Monday I found a place online that looked absolutely fabulous. Ryan and I were unable to go see the place, so a friend from HBS went and examined the apartment for us. He said that it was awesome, and that he would have no hesitation living there himself. It is a brand new building with washer and dryer, dishwasher, and a parking space—all of which are very hard to come by in the Boston/Cambridge area. Sounds too good to be true, right?
There is a catch. Another renter had already submitted the rental application. However, they hadn’t contacted the owner in over a week and no deposit had been made. The owner said that if we gave him our deposit first the place would be ours. We had to act fast. Ryan went to the bank first thing this morning, got the check, faxed a copy to the owner, and next day aired the actual check.
Needless to say, the place is ours!! We are really excited for the coming months and the adventures and experiences that HBS and Boston will provide us. The only thing I am worried about is finding a job, but I am sure it will work out. I just need to be patient!
Finally, on Monday I found a place online that looked absolutely fabulous. Ryan and I were unable to go see the place, so a friend from HBS went and examined the apartment for us. He said that it was awesome, and that he would have no hesitation living there himself. It is a brand new building with washer and dryer, dishwasher, and a parking space—all of which are very hard to come by in the Boston/Cambridge area. Sounds too good to be true, right?
There is a catch. Another renter had already submitted the rental application. However, they hadn’t contacted the owner in over a week and no deposit had been made. The owner said that if we gave him our deposit first the place would be ours. We had to act fast. Ryan went to the bank first thing this morning, got the check, faxed a copy to the owner, and next day aired the actual check.
Needless to say, the place is ours!! We are really excited for the coming months and the adventures and experiences that HBS and Boston will provide us. The only thing I am worried about is finding a job, but I am sure it will work out. I just need to be patient!
Monday, May 7, 2007
Moving Time
The days before our move to Boston are ticking away. I only have four weeks left of work, which I am delighted about. But, that also means that I only have four weeks to find an apartment in Boston, pack up our existing apartment, and arrange for movers. Ahhhhh! That is enough to make my head spin.
Ryan and I made a little progress this weekend. We packed up our books and DVD’s and got rid of an unnecessary book shelf that we had. It felt good to get that out of the way, but there is still so much left to be done.
We are going to Boston this weekend to see if we can find a place to live. I have been looking at housing postings everyday for the past two weeks, and there are just so many to choose from and so many different trade offs. I hope that we can find a place on our own; however time is running out, so we may have to give in and hire a broker.
The logistics of moving are hard, but yesterday I realized how much I am going to miss the friends and ward members of New Jersey. Yesterday, my good friend Lindsey moved to Columbus, Nebraska from New Jersey. She and her husband are on the same BD rotational program that Ryan was and this will be their second rotation. When I was saying goodbye to her at church, I couldn’t contain my tears. In just a short time she has become a great friend and example to me. It is funny how quickly foreign territory turns into a place full of comfort, love, and valued friendships.
Ryan and I made a little progress this weekend. We packed up our books and DVD’s and got rid of an unnecessary book shelf that we had. It felt good to get that out of the way, but there is still so much left to be done.
We are going to Boston this weekend to see if we can find a place to live. I have been looking at housing postings everyday for the past two weeks, and there are just so many to choose from and so many different trade offs. I hope that we can find a place on our own; however time is running out, so we may have to give in and hire a broker.
The logistics of moving are hard, but yesterday I realized how much I am going to miss the friends and ward members of New Jersey. Yesterday, my good friend Lindsey moved to Columbus, Nebraska from New Jersey. She and her husband are on the same BD rotational program that Ryan was and this will be their second rotation. When I was saying goodbye to her at church, I couldn’t contain my tears. In just a short time she has become a great friend and example to me. It is funny how quickly foreign territory turns into a place full of comfort, love, and valued friendships.
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
New Adventures
Life is moving rather fast lately. In just six short weeks Ryan and I will be moving from New Jersey to Boston. It is amazing to see where life takes us each year. I can tell you I never imagined living in New Jersey or Boston, but I am definitely glad for the opportunities—they will be and have been great experiences.
Last year at this time, Ryan and I were packing up and leaving Salt Lake for Wayne, New Jersey. I remember feeling so nervous and apprehensive, I didn’t know what to expect. To my great relief, we settled into our cosy apartment and began to experience a great adventure. We have made many close friends in the area, and have had wonderful adventures sight seeing in Washington D.C., NYC, Philadelphia, and of course Boston! I am sad to be leaving, but I can’t wait for the next chapter in our lives.
This summer we are headed to Utah to spend the summer with family and friends, and in August we will be driving across the country to Boston. I am so excited for Ryan to be going to Harvard. He has worked so hard to accomplish this dream and now he is living it.
Boston is also going to provide me with an array of opportunities and social outlets. The job opportunities in Boston are outstanding and Harvard provides endless opportunities to get involved in the community and to make new friends. In addition, the LDS community is very strong. There are lots of young married couples and couples with children.
The Church is such a huge comfort to me as I travel to new unknown areas. It is such a peaceful feeling to know that wherever I go the Church will be there and it will always be the same. Since joining the Church, I am constantly amazed at the great blessings it provides. The greatest blessing to me is the peace and comfort that comes from our Heavenly Father—I never had that feeling before joining the Church.
Last year at this time, Ryan and I were packing up and leaving Salt Lake for Wayne, New Jersey. I remember feeling so nervous and apprehensive, I didn’t know what to expect. To my great relief, we settled into our cosy apartment and began to experience a great adventure. We have made many close friends in the area, and have had wonderful adventures sight seeing in Washington D.C., NYC, Philadelphia, and of course Boston! I am sad to be leaving, but I can’t wait for the next chapter in our lives.
This summer we are headed to Utah to spend the summer with family and friends, and in August we will be driving across the country to Boston. I am so excited for Ryan to be going to Harvard. He has worked so hard to accomplish this dream and now he is living it.
Boston is also going to provide me with an array of opportunities and social outlets. The job opportunities in Boston are outstanding and Harvard provides endless opportunities to get involved in the community and to make new friends. In addition, the LDS community is very strong. There are lots of young married couples and couples with children.
The Church is such a huge comfort to me as I travel to new unknown areas. It is such a peaceful feeling to know that wherever I go the Church will be there and it will always be the same. Since joining the Church, I am constantly amazed at the great blessings it provides. The greatest blessing to me is the peace and comfort that comes from our Heavenly Father—I never had that feeling before joining the Church.
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