Friday, February 1, 2013

from a cafe

Sitting in a really awesome cafe called Cafe Paludan while Jason is at his first day of work. It's pretty much a library/cafe/coffee shop with a really cool interior. I got here around 2:30/3:00 and it was absolutely packed. I had trouble finding a table despite its two floors. The walls are covered with books and old paintings. Renaissance chandeliers complete the look. Armed with my laptop and soy latte, I'm searching the Internet for job/volunteer opportunities. Despite the power of Google, I'm actually having a bit of a hard time finding good resources. Hopefully when Jason and I obtain our Danish CPR's (our citizenship IDs) on Monday, I'll be able to get a little more information on where to look.

The homesickness is definitely starting to affect me already. I realize this is natural and I've felt it all before, but it's still very difficult to adjust to brand new surroundings. It's especially difficult with our situation because of the language barrier and knowing no one. Yes, the Danes do speak perfect English, but I can't help but feel almost ashamed when they have to curb their default language just for me. I know, I know...it'll come with time. We're beginning our Danish lessons soon, so I'll get the hang of it. The "tourist" feeling aside, I am devastated to be without my dog. She's being taken care of by a good friend back in Philadelphia, but every time I see her picture on my phone's wallpaper or even another cute dog, I well up. Or have a complete break down- it really depends on the time of day. Then, it passes and I feel better. Needless to say, I look forward to seeing her as soon as we venture back to Philly for a visit.

View from my table at the cafe

4 comments:

SMarie17 said...

Miss you already!!! Love all of the pictures and posts, keep them coming. <3

Shelly Frankel said...

I'm sure you are feeling homesick, especially now that Jason is at work, and you are by yourself. Give it some time, you will find something to do, and it will help ease the loneliness. I'm sure you miss PJ terribly, maybe you can find a job walking dogs, or pet sitting, or maybe a shelter(if they have them).

Anonymous said...

ok now that i see that your mom did it i know i can figure out how not to be anonymous (sp).
great idea mom has about the shelter. us mom's are so smart sometimes. i love the pictures and posts also - i look for them daily. know that lots of love is coming at you and be patient (which i know is not in the frankel vocabulary but you do have some tobin in you ???!!!)

Howard said...

^ But you still are anonymous! Who are you?? :-)