A rush job. simple, plain. The original plan was to head to San Diego between August and October, lengthening my summer. And with five days notice, that all changed. The one weeker turned into a two month trip. I’m on the downhill ride for this stay, with most of it behind me now.
The first two weeks, I traveled between hotels until I got permanent housing stabilized. Now, I’m at an apartment complex in downtown San Diego. This trip isn’t as much fun as the last trip, mainly because I’m spending 10 hours working, then hitting the gym and then that’s the day. Also, I’ve been averaging about six days of work a week. There’s not quite as much time to explore. Being downtown, I thought I’d get to walk around more, but Coronado (where I was last time) is actually more convenient for walking. It has a restaurant district that isn’t too packed. Again, this could be that I just haven’t had the time to go out and explore. Also, my apartment has internet, so I may be losing some time cruising the net. (Last year, I purposely didn’t get internet, just to force myself to explore).
Nonetheless, I can say I have gone out all 5 Saturday nights I’ve been here. That’s always a blast. I remembered what was great about the night life out here. Also, vodka and redbull have become my go to drink. 28 dollar Effen vodka takes care of, what would be, about a one hundred dollar tab at the bar. So prefunking is awesome. The only worry, and it just happened last night, is prefunking to the point that you’re blitzed, then deciding to buy more drinks at the club anyway. It does not feel good.
The sun is nice, but I do miss the Seattle Summer. I’m enjoying myself, but with all the time I spend at work, it’s tough to really, really enjoy. Phil’s barbecue is in the area though. It has to be the best barbecue I’ve had since leaving Kansas City. Also, the Mexican food is awesome, as it was last year. I try and eat really well during the week, and leave Sunday’s for my Phils/Mexican day.
Oddly enough, I haven’t hit the beach yet, so I’m developing this real sweet farmers tan. Next Sunday I’ll pay a visit to one of the beaches.
I love the Olympics. I’ve been watching a lot of it. It’s really gripping. I spent one morn’ watching women’s powerlifting, women’s badminton, and men’s handball. And was totally into it. Something about country competition that’s always wonderful to watch.
Also, I’ve seen a few movies while down here, so here’s some quick reviews.
Tropic Thunder: 4.5/5
The Dark Knight: 5/5
Pineapple Express: 4.0/5
