Returning to South Louisiana for Year Two just two weeks before Mardi Gras may not have been the best idea. Based on my relocation experiences in the past - the speed at which I found wonderful permanent shelter, to be specific - it seemed rational to expect I'd be ensconsed somewhere cozy by the holiday.
But:
- The prices for temporary lodging right before a major holiday in these parts go way over my budget.
- I've learned that the demand for rental property in the Lafayette catchment area exceeds supply, especially at my price range.
- Rental property is generally high around here, so there are significant compromises on condition, size, view, and ambiance
Based on the above realities, anxiety and discomfort have kicked in. There is a desire to stop this discomfort that has no time-certain end. This tempts me to retreat into what's comfortable, like staying in Lafayette in Year Two simply because it's a known entity, or snagging any place that is minimally acceptable solely to end the home hunt.
However, when I pause for a few minutes and take a breath, really, I've got to appreciate that I have exceptional freedom.
- For example, I don't even have to stay in South Louisiana! I could go anywhere!
- The Mardi Gras holiday is only a few days - once I get past that economic hurdle, then prices settle down again and I have way more breathing space to find the right home. And if need be, I can visit another region during Mardi Gras. A sunny beach, maybe.
- I could buy instead of rent, taking me into an entirely new adventure.
- I can open myself up to a much broader range of South Louisiana location possibilities.
Here's what a couple of folks say about living with uncertainty:
The Tiny Buddha: 7 Ways to Deal with Uncertainty
Psych Central: 5 Tips for Living with Uncertainty
Om.
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