It's Snowing in Charlotte and a "Historic" Photo

The snow's falling very lightly in the Queen City. It's not that cold out and it may or may not stick, but it's a magical thing for a late Saturday afternoon. I'm snug and warm in my beautiful house, with the three cats and a fake fireplace. My bills are paid and my heat is turned on. I think 2008 will be a great year for me (God willing) and I'm feeling very peaceful and blessed.

Here's a photo, finally, of the bad cat sitting on my lap. Look how happy, tame and mellow he is. My oh my. Not even a trace of the bad boy who used to saunter on up to the front door and demand to be fed, or else! He did bite me a little this morning, but really just a love tap. Just a reminder that he's still got those wild ways.

Now for the "historic" photo. My new roommate Jonah was upstairs, my former roommate Dan came by to get something and my FIRST roommate Gary, just happened to be in the neighborhood and actually wanted something that he had left in the garage. I had to memorialize this once in a lifetime event with a photo! I have been in Charlotte 2 3/4 years and Gary moved into my house after about a month. He's from Chicago by way of India. Has been in the US for many years. He was a great roommate. Polite, clean, nicer than can be. Then he moved out after a year and a half and Dan moved in. Dan is big guy with a big personality. He walks into a room and demands attention. He was lots of fun and kind of knew when to hang out with me and when to leave me alone. When Dan moved in with his girlfriend, Jonah arrived. Jonah moved to Charlotte from Orlando and is looking for a job as a graphic designer. He's also a musician and photographer. We emailed and talked and he pretty much moved in right after Dan moved out. He's very quiet but sweet and so new to the city that it's been fun to take him around and try to make some job introductions for him.

I feel really blessed that I've had such good experiences with roommates. I did do background checks, etc., but that never will let you know if someone is compatible with your personality. I grew up in a family of girls and I feel like my three roommates are surrogate brothers. I know that if I'm in a pinch I can count on them to help me and I hope they feel the same way toward me.

To all my readers (Mom, Emily, Donald and Michael Owens!), please spread the message of love and peace in your every day conduct. I will try and do the same.

Sara Abrams




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