My Blue Heaven

Contented

I’m feeling quite settled here in London now. Don’t even have to think twice about things like getting to places, using the London transport system, and navigating the crowded streets of central or south london. I’m even getting quite good at optimising my journey – to avoid crowds and save time. I also seem to be (like most other londoners) avoiding the tube where I can. I’m so glad I don’t have to rely on it.

It’s funny how in Sydney I couldn’t do without having a car to drive, but here, I don’t even think twice about not having a car. Everything is so convenient and accessible via public transport. Most things are within walking distance – like going to buy groceries, or going to the train or tube station. I quite like this about London. And Clapham is a great place to live too… lots of shops and supermarkets within 5 mins walk, with easy and quick transport links into central london. I think I’d like to stay within this area when I move out (yes I’m still sponging off my cousins – I have no money yet!) I feel quite safe here too – no qualms walking home from the station at midnight.. whereas in Sydney I’d prob feel a bit freaked in my area.

I’m also feeling quite content being on my own. I spent almost the whole weekend by myself. And I was quite happy doing so. I think I’m getting used to my own company…. maybe I’m becoming more independant. I was just thinking to myself whilst standing at Leicester Square tube station tonight.. (after having dinner by myself in china town, after evening service at St Helens).. and I realised… I really am feeling quite content. I don’t mind the fact that I’ve just spent the whole day by myself. Of course it would be nice to have friends to be able to hang out with… but that hasn’t really happened yet.

Maybe I’m just not very sociable. Perhaps I should put a bit more effort into making friends and finding a social circle. Sometimes I feel like I’m a bit of a recluse.. maybe I am an introvert. I know back home I gave the impression of being a bit of a party animal… but on the inside, I’m think I’m not really. I actually much prefer staying home and being comfortable, having a nice dinner and meaningful conversation with a good friend, maybe watching a dvd… and just chillin. I do like to go out clubbing etc… but thats just to get my dancing fix… and to be able to dress up once in a while 😉 (which reminds me… really need to go clubbing soon… STILL haven’t gone yet!) But I’m really not into the whole mingling at bars or pubs thing. I’d much rather socialise with people over a nice cup of coffee at a cafe. I don’t see the point of trying to hold a conversation with someone at a noisy bar, where its all smokey, crowded and loud. And one thing I quite dislike about London – people still smoke indoors. Even in coffee houses. Yeuch. Gives me a headache. They really should ban smoking anywhere indoors.

Anyway… err this has turned into a bit of an introspective rant. Its almost midnight – and I have work tomorrow. *sigh* We have team meetings every monday morning too…. pooey. 🙁

Current listening :: “Close To You” – Maxi Priest (Ahhh… bring on some good ol old-skool r&b..)

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