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As would only be expected living a life like mine, the damage to the engine of my vehicle is at an irreparable point. The only option I have is to swap the motor. After much thinking, I’ve decided that essentially, it isn’t worth the time or money that will be spent to make it drivable again. As most of you are aware, I’ve been heavily playing with the thought of moving back to Texas…
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After more thinking than I’d care to have done, I’ve decided that moving South would probably benefit me the most. My decision is based on three factors: economy, family, future. Admittedly, the global economy is anything but promising; especially in the United States – but the potential to earn increases for a man of my skill, knowledge and contact base.

I’ve been living on my own for about a year, and despite what independence I have, I can’t help but feel a bit homesick and keep from missing my family. If I so decide to remain on my own, I don’t necessarily have to be 3,000 miles away to do so. Houston is a pretty big city.. And that’s an understatement.

As I’ve gotten fairly familiar with the job market in Ottawa, there is unfortunately almost no potential for sliding up corporate ladders. Most all jobs I’ve been graced with were, for the most part, dead-end jobs. The pay is alright, I suppose – but the expenses of living are ludicrous. If you’re working a $10/hr job, it’s very likely that you depend on a roommate to provide the other half of your rent – otherwise your entire month’s earnings are focused solely on bills, leaving you with nothing at the end of the month to store for a rainy day.

I’ve put too much thought into what I’d like to be doing a year from now to subject myself to the financial cruelties of bachelor life for a false sense of independence. I’ve learned many valuable lessons over the last 12 months… Starting with expecting the unexpected, and ending somewhere near budgets should include a plan for days of dire need..

With my confidence high in what decisions I’ve made, I’m well aware of what my next steps are. On the path to success, I can now see the paved portion of the road ahead…