I saw Freedom Writers with my co-worker/friend Julia a few weekends ago. We’d wanted to see Children of Men, but the film was sold out, and we had few alternatives. Every time the music swelled, Julia unabashedly spilled the coaxed tears. I tried to be more stubborn - I don’t like having my emotions manipulated by depictions of teaching that are so utterly false and unrealistic. Neither does this guy.
I’m Amanda. I’ve got wide eyes, a smart mouth, and a MetroCard. And I’m not afraid to use them.
I wrote this. You didn't.
I’ve really enjoyed reading your blog. I read the whole thing! Any advice for a fellow Texas-ex who’s thinking about moving to NY? If you didn’t meet your boyfriend, do you think you would have left by now?
Hi! Thanks for the positive feedback! I have so much advice for anyone moving to NYC, but I’d need to know a bit more about your pondered move. Are you going to grad school? Where do you want to live? What do you anticipate being able to spend on rent, living, etc.? NYC is great, but expensive. You can email me at girlgriefdecade@yahoo.com to continue the conversation.
I’m a pretty stubborn person, and I definitely planned on sticking out my first year as a teacher. Life was much better after Christmas 2006, and I was committed to finding another job in NYC and staying. Cade then came into the picture, and I haven’t thought about leaving without him.
So…Cade isn’t the sole reason I’ve stayed, but plays a part. I’d follow the boy to Wyoming. Crazy, I know.
was part of the reason of moving to nyc to get away from your old boy friend?