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It was the beginning of August, and I traded in my jeans and t-shirts for dress suits and heels. Yes, I had finally finished four crazy (but studious) years of college. I was ready for change; new people, new places, new beginnings. I had no idea what was in store. I only knew that I was driving South on I-75 with a shiny new key for apartment # 3 and a trunk full of college memories. Destination: Fort Lauderdale.
Fast forward four months and here I am with a diploma-earning internship under my belt. Any previous notions of me returning home after this adventure have fizzled away as if they never existed. I have stars in my eyes. I love this place.
I was nervous at first about moving to a new town completely alone. However, after only two weekends of cruising down Las Olas Boulevard to the beach, I could recognize the regulars at the Elbo Room and Blondies as well as the determined sun-worshipers and skim boarders catching rays and waves. Those nerves calmed right down! I definitely was not alone. The weekend isn't the weekend until you get in some quality beach time! Everyone's warm, inviting disposition made me feel at home. Then there was concern # 2. I was worried about meeting people my own age, but have met some of my new, closest friends downtown at hot spots along Himmarshee Street and Las Olas Riverfront. There are plenty of young professionals starting their lives. It's hard to beat sipping a cocktail on Friday evening downtown at Dicey Riley's after a long week! The reservations I had about moving to this place (aka- my new home) have disappeared. All I can think about is what's next. I love this place.
My life has changed these last few months, mostly due to my big move. Living in the "Venice of America," amid a cruise port, luxury hotels, and great dining provides the ultimate location to begin my career in hospitality. Degree in hand, I am ready to conquer the world (well, I'll have to conquer landing a job first!). I believe many doors will open for me here. I am grateful beyond words to start a new chapter of my life. I love this place.
Fast forward four months and here I am with a diploma-earning internship under my belt. Any previous notions of me returning home after this adventure have fizzled away as if they never existed. I have stars in my eyes. I love this place.
I was nervous at first about moving to a new town completely alone. However, after only two weekends of cruising down Las Olas Boulevard to the beach, I could recognize the regulars at the Elbo Room and Blondies as well as the determined sun-worshipers and skim boarders catching rays and waves. Those nerves calmed right down! I definitely was not alone. The weekend isn't the weekend until you get in some quality beach time! Everyone's warm, inviting disposition made me feel at home. Then there was concern # 2. I was worried about meeting people my own age, but have met some of my new, closest friends downtown at hot spots along Himmarshee Street and Las Olas Riverfront. There are plenty of young professionals starting their lives. It's hard to beat sipping a cocktail on Friday evening downtown at Dicey Riley's after a long week! The reservations I had about moving to this place (aka- my new home) have disappeared. All I can think about is what's next. I love this place.
My life has changed these last few months, mostly due to my big move. Living in the "Venice of America," amid a cruise port, luxury hotels, and great dining provides the ultimate location to begin my career in hospitality. Degree in hand, I am ready to conquer the world (well, I'll have to conquer landing a job first!). I believe many doors will open for me here. I am grateful beyond words to start a new chapter of my life. I love this place.
posted by Hoosierboy at 5:05 PM
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