Today marks one full month that I have been in Singapore! Like I've said before, time is moving fast and slow simultaneously.
I miss my family and friends tremendously, but I feel more settled here with each day that passes. Despite some rough (and ongoing) bouts of homesickness, I haven't felt anything big in terms of buyer's remorse. Technology is an absolute game-changer these days - cell phones, WiFi, social media - keeping in constant contact with home is super easy.
My favourite things, so far, about being an expat:
- Adding diverse, worldly and ambitious people to my life
- Being challenged everyday
My least favourite things:
- Nothing is familiar or comfortable
- Life doesn't really feel "normal" -- kind of feels like you're on vacation all the time
- Being lonely (without really being alone)
What I'm most looking forward to in the next couple months:
- Travel!
- Visitors!
- Feeling more competent at work
Even in a new house at "home," it takes awhile for the vacation feelings to subside. You've done SO much and met SO many great people in a short month and I'm relieved that work is finally challenging for you. I hope it stays that way.;)
ReplyDeleteNot just work - everything about day-to-day life is challenging :)
DeleteAnd your use of British spelling is coming along nicely, too! Brilliant!
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