Down In The Boondocks...

Now, for most people, me included, this area that I live in isn't the boondocks. However, it has come to my attention that in the world of cable or high speed internet, I am living in the boondocks. This is why I haven't been posting much since I came back home to Virginia. So, I am sorry.

A lot has developed since my last posting. I have gotten a job at our local television station, WHSV TV3. I am one of about 6 master control operators. I usually make sure that the shows are on the air or being downloaded or saved and ready for airtime. It's not an overly exciting job, not a lot of brainpower goes into the job but it can be unpredictable at times and very nerve racking if you aren't sure what to do, which is where I stand at this point. I wish I could say that I enjoy it, but, it's not what I see myself doing forever and ever, which is good. Time will pass.

Recently I had an interview with Mennonite Voluntary Service which would start in August. I am aiming to do a year of service in Seattle (fingers crossed) I am not sure if that is where I'll be placed, but it would be nice. I will know in about two weeks if I have been accepted into the program and then the next step in the process is finding a placement for me. Like I said, Seattle would be ideal, but we don't always get what we want. If I am placed in Seattle, I hope to stay there after my service is finished and start working and live there (provided that I enjoy the city). So, my hopes and moral is high and I get through my days thinking about what my possibilities are in the next 5 months.

I suppose not much is happening. I'm doing the daily grind like any....sigh....adult...would be doing. Work and home and we do it all again the next day. But it makes the weeks go by and weeks turn into months and months turn into more months. I can only take things one day at a time and hope that I remain healthy and happy until my next big move comes along. I miss being in Washington, D.C. a lot more than I thought I would. I miss being around a massive amount of people, public transportation and endless (free) entertainment. Museums, peace marches, rallies, festivals and events, there is always something to do in the city and I know that is where I need to be. It's where I feel comfortable and happy. I just hope that I will find a home that suits me and a place where I can meet new people and make new friends.

Until next time, I hope everyone is doing well and you are surviving life as I am surviving! love love love, Peace!