CALIFORNIA BLUES

Yes, you can even get the blues in Heaven. I had 'em bad the other day. When I first spoke with my uncle about coming out here, he said that I would be welcome to stay for a couple months. It's been 5 weeks and I'm freakin' out. Since I didn't start my job for two weeks, I haven't been able to set aside much money to move. I know he's not going to kick me out on the street, but I don't want him to think that I'm just moochin' forever. I'm hoping we can sit down this weekend and discuss both his expectations and my needs. Basically, I need more time. I've been looking for roommates. I'll give all of you who know me a moment to pick your collective jaws up off the floor............... I have found out quickly that I will have to have help if I'm going to live here. It sucks, but it's a fact. Go to Craigslist.com and check out the situation. If you really want to blow your mind, look at the apartment listings. I've seen several for 4 grand! For an apartment! Are you shitting me? It is so bleedin' expensive out here-it sucks! Sure you can have B-E-A-yootiful weather and incredible views! Ya just can't enjoy it 'cause you're working 24-7 trying to make the money needed to live here. God, I love a good Catch-22!

So I've decided to just say "fuck it!" I'm gonna stop stressing and start saving. I'll look for a part-time job to help and see what happens. I've lived a huge chunk of my life alone and I know what it takes to make it. And maybe I can find a different job that pays a little more (even though I got a $1 raise per hour when I came here) and things will get a little easier. In the mean time, I'm going to go outside and enjoy the sun!