Here in Boston

I have been very happy here in Boston, and the funny thing is, I still don't have a job. I really do need to find a job before the end of next month, but I will. I have applied for several chemistry positions but it seems like companies want 3-5 years of experience, and I just have one. I got turned down for one waitressing position (I'm thinking because of my degree, but who really knows) but I'm sure I can find something if I put my mind to it. I'm going to apply for more waitressing positions this week.

Anyhow, that is not why I'm writing today. I'm writing today because I'm so happy to know that I can be happy on my own. I joined OKCupid.com (yes, embarassing) and I've been going out on dates. It has been really good. I met Daniel, a guy who doesn't quite have his stuff together and may turn out to be a Stage 4 Clinger, and Scott (super-nice) and Raj and I'm seeing someone tomorrow night. It has been a blast. I was so worried about dating, but there's really nothing to be worried about. I've also loved having chats about dating with my friends, one in particular (you know who you are). I feel like I can go out and try new things and meet new people and just explore in general. It is a wonderful feeling. On a related note, I am mailing the divorce paperwork to Tim tomorrow, and then it's just a matter of filing it with the court and some other stuff. I'm so glad we did this amicably. It turns out he's moving in with one of the women he cheated on me with. I just chuckle quietly to myself. Good luck, honey.

I realize now that I put up with way more than I should have, and that's okay, because it was a learning experience and now I'm gaining perspective on how things should be, and now I don't have to deal with it anymore. Dating, good roommates, and great friends have given me a lot of perspective lately. I painted my room light grey, stained a free dresser, and bought a few things for my new room and it looks lovely. It feels like mine. I am incredibly happy with my location and everything about my new digs. It's a really good feeling. I thought it would take longer for me to be happy here, but it hasn't. I'm so happy.