July 25, 2008
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News And Notes: Housing Update
WHEN ONE DOOR CLOSES, ANOTHER GETS STUCK:
Things are starting to get interesting. I will be posting updates concerning my progress either securing new lodgings or getting a new roommate. I shot a new "Mike's Video Blog" yesterday and will probably be posting it this weekend. Sadly, I do not seem to get any time to visit other blogs. It will probably be a few weeks before I know where I will be living, so blogging right now is WAY back on the backburner of things to do.
The "bee situation" is better, but not solved. The handyman never came back as he promised, and I still have the door to the water heater cabinet duct taped, because there are still assorted bees in the walls, and they come in the kitchen through the pipe holes in the walls. I saw six bee carcasses yesterday, and left the owner of the house a voicemail telling him his handyman has not returned. (At least all the "new bees" are dying, which is better than if they were angry and active.)
I've spent a lot of time on Craigslist, and other rental sites, and I'm more depressed than encouraged by what I'm finding. The most attractive ads state "take over payments on new homes about to be foreclosed." You pay the service $199.00 and they give you a list, then you have to fill out mortgage applications. Pretty much a scam, if you ask me. I know someone whose son tried this and he said it was a ripoff.
For $850.00 a month I can only find 2 bedroom homes in the Long Beach area which are located in areas I would politely term "tenement slums". I'm either going to have to pay more or else I need to get a rommate to share the place I already live in. At first I thought it would be best to move into a place by myself but now I'm beginning to think that the best plan of action at this time is to find a roommate.
So I've written a CRAIGSLIST AD listed under houses to share. Click the link to see the ad.
I hope the other door comes unstuck sometime soon! I'll keep you'all posted.
LIVING IN THE NOW:
My state of mind has been immeasurably calm these past few days. After I "spring cleaned" the house and got rid of all Joel's "stuff" (except the furniture) I feel pretty happy alone in my newly clean house. I still spend most of my time in the "media room" but am also finding some quality time sitting outside on the porch reading a book or two. When I'm "in my element", like watching a great Blu Ray disc like "Ratatouille" on my HDTV, it seems like life couldn't get any better. No matter what happens "next" it doesn't matter, as long as I'm enjoying the time I have RIGHT NOW. By default, the cats are more attentive to me. (I'm the only one who's going to feed them now Muahaha) So no matter what dismal times the future might foretell, I'm finding myself in a strange zenlike state, able to shuffle off all thoughts of pending doom, while really feeling great about what I have and where I'm at.
Time will tell, of course, but my point is that no matter what happens around us, we are the architects of our own existence, and it's up to each and every one of us to deternine whether or not we're "happy". I might not know where I'm going to be living next month at this time, but for now, I'm in a positive state, able to enjoy what creature comforts I have.
THE MEMORIAL SERVICE:
The memorial service for Joel was held last Wednesday, and lasted about an hour. About 25 family members and friends attended. Joel's brother Dale, and the owner of Gardena Honda, where Joel worked, spoke for a bit, and then I shared a memory about Joel and his cats. Afterwards, we went to the Olive Garden for lunch. The table was set for 20 folks. I have dozens of photos that Joel took when we moved in to this house, and also from some of his trips to Burning Man festival and Toronto. I will most likely post some of these in a future entry. He even had some photos of me I'd never seen before!
Comments (69)
Wishing you luck, my friend
It's really sad about Joel's death Mike. But I like to see that you are continuing with your life. Cats will definitely have that effect on you. For me, I turn from a surly, foul-mouthed punk into a baby-talk spewing, love pot of annoyance. Cats are very therapeutic.
Housing is difficult to find, especially AFFORDABLE housing. Nowadays, you pretty much NEED to have a roommate to make it work.
Good luck! I'm looking forward to the new video psost. :eprop: Like Schristian says, cats can go a long way.
I hope all goes well,
Mia
i'm glad you have a bit of peace about this whole process. it has to be a bit scary! joel's service sounds very personal which i think is perfect! praying for you as you go through all this!:heartbeat:
Looking forward to your video Mike...You are standing before a new era in your own life. I realy hope it brings you a new taste and love for life.
Good luck with finding a roommate and everything you do!
Good Luck, finding housing is hard in this world (try finding it for 6). WHEW! Hugs!
I find it sadly serendipitous that Randy Pausch died today, but I like to think that he and your friend are comparing notes now, and they would both be pleased that you celebrate Joel's life by moving on into yours with purpose and intent. Life is NOW, as they--and you--know, and your words of wisdom and remembrance are a wakeup to any of us who are in need of one.
Blessings to you in everything, always, all ways.
go to a relator and a bank. they are the ones that can help you out on the forclosures.
I do hope you find a nice roommate - it would be a shame for you to have to move after all this time.
You'll probably find a roomate if your rent is lower in your current apartment situation than those that you are looking into, I suppose. I hope you continue to do well.
Definitely do not pay that fee for the "list." My parents did that and they never did find anything on the list that was any good or actually even available.
I am sorry for your loss and hope that you find a copatible room mate who likes cats and brings a smile into your home.
I am so sorry. I don't know how I missed the loss of Joel. Please accept my condolences even if they are unsuitably late. If there is anything that I can do please let me know.
Kat
Hope that the housing situation gets solved soon... Joel is always in my prayers and I hope that he has found peace.
RYC: Nah, just settled here at the new apartment. My aunt moved and after the futile house search, I ended up moving back with her.. *sigh* but everything's much better than before, even their attitude. What I had meant was that I was back on Xanga after quite a while
The memorial service sounds perfect, like something Joel would like. I can't wait to see the pictures and the video. If I could afford to live in Long Beach, I would be your room mate, but for now I suppose I will stick with Skooter for a bit longer. He really is a nice guy most of the time. You know when you have lived with someone for 20 years, it's almost like you have the same skin.
Good Luck with your search and of course the dreaded bees.
Hugs, Tricia :wave: :fun: :wave:
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