Since moving to Denver Derek and I have both found jobs serving tables again. Derek doesn't mind the relaxed schedule as it provides plenty of time to paint and write, but it drives me slightly crazy so, true to form, I have found five families to start babysitting for when I have down time! I am really a college student now. The families and kids have been great so far with flexible schedules and laid back attitudes and the pay is just as good as it ever was in Palm Beach. Derek's job is less then half a mile away which is not bad at all except when he takes both sets of keys to work with him and I lock myself out on accident so have to walk up there with just a light jacket on and no scarf.
His place is called the Tavern Uptown and has a really neat, local atmosphere and some amazing hummus. I started working at the Paramount Cafe which is a rock and roll type place built into the former entrance of the Paramount theatre which still hosts a lot of the big shows/concerts and I would liken to The Ryman in Nashville. It has really good drink specials and a good BBQ elk burger, but, like the Tavern, it is open until 2:00am which may provide for some really long nights once I start school.
Yes, we both got into school. I start on January 2nd and am super excited about it. On the 21st I have orientation when I will pick my classes and figure out most everything else. Derek is accepted as well (they actually made a personal call to him to let him know they wanted him - I am NOT jealous about that though. Nope, I am very happy with my form letter) but since one of his letters of recommendation was late in getting there he is waiting until May to begin. That will probably work out just great though because I will be able to work less and figure things out for the first semester. I have started considering doing the Global Health Affairs program which was "founded in 2003 and is the first program in the US to offer a global health degree within the intellectually diverse and socially engaged context of a school of international studies." End quote! Derek is still leaning towards the International Administration program which he can finish in the Peace Corps if we still take that route, which yes, we are still planning on!
Let's see. What else? I had a job interview that I think went really well with a non-profit group who helps low-income families and individuals with their tax filing and preparation. It would be a part-time position as the volunteer coordinator so would fit nicely with school and I would learn some new things which is always good. I would like to get it, but will be fine if not. I have also joined a running club nearby but haven't been with them yet because I am rather embarrassed about my inability to run effectively in this altitude. I will soon. Maybe this Thursday. I need to just do it.
It snowed all day yesterday. It is beautiful and really feels like th Christmas season you see on TV. Right now it is 19 degrees. Although I am not going to say it isn't cold, it really isn't too bad at all. I like bundling up and wearing scarves but when I went to try on my bridesmaid dress I realized I have some major tanning to do before March 8th. That is when Brooke and Jason get married!
His place is called the Tavern Uptown and has a really neat, local atmosphere and some amazing hummus. I started working at the Paramount Cafe which is a rock and roll type place built into the former entrance of the Paramount theatre which still hosts a lot of the big shows/concerts and I would liken to The Ryman in Nashville. It has really good drink specials and a good BBQ elk burger, but, like the Tavern, it is open until 2:00am which may provide for some really long nights once I start school.
Yes, we both got into school. I start on January 2nd and am super excited about it. On the 21st I have orientation when I will pick my classes and figure out most everything else. Derek is accepted as well (they actually made a personal call to him to let him know they wanted him - I am NOT jealous about that though. Nope, I am very happy with my form letter) but since one of his letters of recommendation was late in getting there he is waiting until May to begin. That will probably work out just great though because I will be able to work less and figure things out for the first semester. I have started considering doing the Global Health Affairs program which was "founded in 2003 and is the first program in the US to offer a global health degree within the intellectually diverse and socially engaged context of a school of international studies." End quote! Derek is still leaning towards the International Administration program which he can finish in the Peace Corps if we still take that route, which yes, we are still planning on!
Let's see. What else? I had a job interview that I think went really well with a non-profit group who helps low-income families and individuals with their tax filing and preparation. It would be a part-time position as the volunteer coordinator so would fit nicely with school and I would learn some new things which is always good. I would like to get it, but will be fine if not. I have also joined a running club nearby but haven't been with them yet because I am rather embarrassed about my inability to run effectively in this altitude. I will soon. Maybe this Thursday. I need to just do it.
It snowed all day yesterday. It is beautiful and really feels like th Christmas season you see on TV. Right now it is 19 degrees. Although I am not going to say it isn't cold, it really isn't too bad at all. I like bundling up and wearing scarves but when I went to try on my bridesmaid dress I realized I have some major tanning to do before March 8th. That is when Brooke and Jason get married!
