Good news folks, we have a home! We are all moved into our cozy third floor apartment on the Terrace. The noise from the traffic below (something we were quite concerned about) is virtually non-existent after 10 AM (though as I'm typing a bus just roared by...) and the couch and TV rearrangement made the living room feel much more open and left plenty of space for a dining table. After an overwhelming and pricey day spent buying dishes, cooking utensils, pots and pans, and other "stuff" a new apartment requires, we were relieved to come home to a couch and TV ( with free SKY!) and not be responsible for finding and transporting furniture to Aro Valley. Despite our cold feet about the decision, we're in agreement that we chose well.
Today was spent watching the Broadband man install our wireless router and step on our couch with his shoes (rude). Then (don't worry mom) we went hunting, not for rabbits, for JOBS. After walking around for way too long in search of an internet cafe with printing available, I managed to print my resume and bring it to several trendy restaurants and hotels along Cuba street. Most of them seemed interested and I wrangled an interview for tomorrow morning (eek!) and a "trial" serving shift at a really upscale restaurant called Logan Brown's later in the week.
Jamie had a similar day, dropping his CV in at several music shops, clothing stores, and concert venues. Despite Wellington's thriving live music scene, it seems sound technicians are not in high demand, but should something pop up, chances are the venue has Jamie's contact information.
Hopefully we'll have some successful interviews soon: wish us luck in defying all odds and finding a job in this economy.
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Good news, guys. We wish you many happy days in your new apartment. I am thinking very positive thoughts about your quest for jobs. Good luck on your interview, Em.
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Hi James and Emily
ReplyDeleteSounds as though things are moving along well. I hope the job finding goes as well as the flat finding seems to have done.
It was Daniel's birthday yesterday (17th) and to celebrate we went over to a pub near Watford although it appeared to be in deepest darkest Hertfordshire. It was as well that Tom was on top form otherwise I doubt very much we would have been able to find the place (The Cart and Horse). Kate and family had only just got back from Portugal and the airline had lost one of her bags so she is quite unhappy about that. Nevertheless a good time was had by all - the fish and chips were quite large - but both Kate and Alex had no problems (even going for a Spotted Dick to follow). William seemed to have a great time with his presents (including footballs).
Keep the news flowing - we look forward to your regular account of life downunder.
Caroline and Stephen