No Longer Homeless, Still Immature.

So I found myself walking down the streets of Sydney last night singing (very audibly) the Toys R Us jingle.



Now, I'm a grown ass man. Why would I be singing "I don't wanna grow up!"?

Well, probably because I'm really not a grown ass man at the moment.

Allow me to explain. I have been looking for long term accommodation the last couple of weeks in Sydney. My mind was set. Get a one bedroom. Close to work. Enough space and amenities to have nice things and begin building a home like an adult. Around $1400-$1500 a month.

Well, this plan fell apart at the seams in the five days spent seriously apartment hunting. I found out that in order to do that, I'd be paying at least $2000-$2100 a month for accommodations that were less than ideal. I was also struck by the idea that living alone might turn me into some kind of agoraphobic recluse. History has also proven that roommates often make fast friends.

So, I caved. The place I'm going to live in, for at least the next six months, I've already nicknamed The Real World House. Why? Because it's huge; something like 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. As least 10 people living there. All either students or Yupsters like me. It's even got the bright Real World color scheme and comes complete with two MTV producers for landlords.

No, I'm serious. These two guys are like 40-ish, with leather jackets and designer jeans. They greet everyone with "Here comes those naughty boys/girls!" If it weren't for the fact I so desperately wanted this apartment, I would have run away screaming "Toucher!"

The pros of living in this house:
- I save some money on rent, at least $500 a month
- The room itself is really sweet. My own bathroom and a bedroom bigger than most apartments I've seen. Seriously, think one of those Real World bedrooms, but instead of sharing it with like 3 other bros, it's just me.
- I get to meet some randos

The cons:
- I won't be having anyone stay with me for at least the 6 months or so of my lease.
- I may have to meet some randos

So, in summation, I've delayed growing up. Again.