Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Question

If you worked from home but it was the type of job that you had to be tied to your computer for, what would you do? You still have an hour lunch break but, you have people from all over the world IM'ing you at any given time and you are expected to write them back at a quick pace... what would you do to entertain yourself on those slow days or days you want to just do something else for a min or two? Now... throw in that you just moved into a new city and you know no one and creating relationships with people just got about 90% harder? Thoughts? I exercise, I joined a yoga studio... I don't even like working out that much. Its good and I like the results but it doesn't fulfill me. Running and yoga are both individual activities. More alone time but in the presence of people. Perhaps that's a step.  I looked into joining a cooking class... thing is, I don't have an extra 400 bucks laying around for it. Hmm, art classes... all during the day or all day on Saturday. I like my weekends with my husband. I've thought about getting a part time job to fill the void of not having anyone other than my hus to talk to, but, working evenings really means not seeing him. Its a rough situation to figure out. It's pretty lonely too. OH, and my apartment doesn't allow pets... even MORE of a bummer. Anyways, suggestions are welcome.

sometimes working from home isn't all that its geared up to be. going into some place and having work friends or a chance to go out to lunch with someone or just being able to leave your work really can be beneficial. Well, to those that are wired like me at least. And yes, I take walks, go get coffee and frequent local boutique's but again, all individual activities.

Just seeking some advice. I kinda feel like a stay at home mom who's bored but without the baby and have way more sleep. :)

I do like Philly though. The city has a lot to offer and lots to still explore. I'm not giving up on it! This is my first time living in the northeast... everything takes some getting used to. Life is always good. :) 

11 comments:

Anonymous said...

its easy, we move to DC!!!!!!

leslie said...

What about joining something with your husband? Like a class or a small group activity? Im always more out going when I have someone with me in a new situation. Meetup.com has all sorts of different groups. During the day could you volunteer places? Schools are always looking for tutors.

Why is it so hard to make casual friends as an adult? Ugh.

Natalie said...

Check out meetup.com! Lots of options geared towards all kinds of interests...and mostly free!

good idea said...

Ok, here's the plan. During the day you make meat pies. I mean if you have to be close to your computer this will give you something to do so you're not crazy bored. Once you've perfected the recipe (Scott can help with this) you take all the delicious meat pies you made during the day to the local pubs. During the night people at the bar see "Chudley's Meat Pies," on the menu and order them. Soon, people all over town are clamoring for Chudley's Meat Pies. To meet the demand, you open a tiny little store front to sell your delicious treats directly to the adoring public. Then you franchise. Chudley's goes nationwide. Happily ever after and all that.

Care said...

Leslie, he's part of a baseball team and does crossfit and those are his things. I feel that we should somehow have something separate as that's healthy. I just have yet to find something where I have a "team" atmosphere. I wish I played soccer or something like that. Maybe the local strip club down the street will hire me. :) (kidding, kinda). But I will also think of other ideas we could do together, such as possibly volunteering on the weekend. Thank you!

Natalie, I am going to check that site out. Thanks!

Anonymous who I know is Tom. I can't make meat pies without you and Philly already has a drunken staple... the cheesesteak. I'm not sure a brit meat pie has a chance. :) Maybe Jersey. They are meat heads. oooo, my humor is still here ladies and gents.

Anonymous said...

Just start drinking every morning...

Care said...

i will start this suggestion bright and early tomorrow. thank you. haha!

Anonymous said...

i hear DC and VA is a pretty cool place to live.

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Alexa Carnibella said...

Carrie - i wonder if there is a photography club, which would combine your love of photog and meeting peeps?

Missy said...

I wish I had some advice! I was in a similar position when Ryan was at bootcamp and I worked from home. Tied to the computer but then lonely as hell when I was done. Thank GOD for my dogs and YMCA but I pretty much spent 3 months alone. Can you join a kickball team or something fun like that where Scott could go if he wanted but it was mainly your thing?? Or you could just start having babies. Just a thought. ;)