I have plates!

OK, so today hasn't really been that boring -- I did talk to the governor, after all. Plus a couple mayors, a county commissioner, and some state senators. Not bad for one morning.

But time for a little break/update, on a slightly more personal level. I've pretty much decided on an apartment -- a cozy (read: cramped) little place downtown that I like. Apparently a bunch of old people live there, and my friend Tim, so it should be fun. And, Lucy gets to come -- it's always better with a cat! There was another apartment that I liked better (mostly for the glittery, turquoise-blue bathroom fixtures from the 1950s -- and the lower rent), but alas, no pets. Lucy decides it for me.

So yesterday afternoon, I took a little trip to Goodwill... Purchased 6 matching dinner plates and cereal bowls, 4 dessert plates, salt and pepper shaker, napkin holder, various cooking utensils (like I'll use them -- hah!), and 6 sets of semi-matching silverware. (I.e., they're all stainless steel. Actually, the forks all match, but after spending 10 minutes digging through Goodwill's silverware tub for matching spoons, I said "screw it" and just started grabbing off the top.) All for less than $20! Ah, Goodwill, how I love thee. I'm pretty pleased with myself, because I don't see any need to invest much money in kitchenware -- that's something you let your relatives buy you for your wedding. If things continue going well with the boyfriend, I anticipate having matching stuff in my kitchen in a couple years. (Stay tuned.) :)

As far as parents go, mine are pretty great to live with, but I'm so excited to have my own place, finally!