Leaves Are Changing

Ya know what I'm missing right now? Autumn in Alabama. Though, I've been pleasantly surprised by the changing leaves and chilly weather around the Bay, it's nothing compared to back home. I honestly wasn't sure if I'd get to see any Fall leaves, but the Bay has surprised me! I miss going to JSU games on Saturdays, watching my beloved Southerners perform a million times a season, our Fall decorations around the inside and outside of the house, cooking delicious Fall meals with Mom, just being around family (of course, that's true for any time of year…). I will say, though, that the weather here is much more desirable for this season. It's cold in the mornings, chilly, then warm, then back to chilly and cold again at night. It's exactly how it should feel in October. There's always a nice breeze (or 40mph winds depending on which part of the Bay you're in), sunny most of the time, but lately have experienced that infamous San Francisco fog. It's odd, but really cool! It's really awesome to be able to experience the seasons in a different part of the country, for sure.

So, I'm really enjoying this whole freedom during the week thing. I've been able to enjoy going out on weeknights, hanging out with John on random weekdays when we're both off, and just not having to let anyone know where I'm going or when I'll be back…Freedom. It's a beautiful thing. And I know it sounds crazy, but it's really nice to have to drive to work. It's easier to get up in the morning when you know you actually have to leave and be somewhere on time. Of course it's amazing that work is not at home, so leaving and coming back is really nice. I no longer feel trapped in my own home. I also feel less like a guest and more like I'm just a tenant. Another positive aspect is living with someone closer to my age! It's great waking up on a day off, making coffee, preparing some breakfast, and eating and chatting with Jariah at the kitchen table. Same goes for in the evening and dinner time. Also, hanging out by the fire place and just discussing our day and simple things like that. My life has made a complete turn-around. 

I don't feel down anymore. I don't feel heavy. I don't feel stuck. I feel like I'm finally living my own life and am enjoying the heck out of it! My temporary job with this precious little boy in Tiburon is coming to an end soon and I've really enjoyed it! The overnight thing is kind a pain sometimes, but it saves me commuting time and gas and she pays so well that there's no way I could say no! I'm still working a couple of days a week with my permanent family, but I'm going to try to find another part-time/temp job to supplement the work week. I still can't believe how well everything came together when I was in such a panic, but I am so grateful that it did. I really just could not be more pleased with everything right now. Life is good.