I made it back to Istanbul earlier this afternoon. It’s nice to be back. This city feels like home. I also got the contract about the teaching job. The pay is lower than I’d hoped it would be. I sent an email back tonight with a list of questions. One of them was asking if the pay is negotiable at all and stating my case for getting a higher monthly salary. I’m not sure how that will be received, but I figure the worst thing that will happen is that I’ll be told ‘no.’ I can handle being told no. I feel like such an adult. Negotiating on contracts and figuring out how to make staying in Turkey work. Who knows, maybe I’m finally becoming one.

I’m teaching in the morning. It should be ok. I’m not really prepared for it, but I also don’t feel like putting much effort into it right now. I’ll be able to review some stuff in the morning. It’s late now and I’m tired. Blergh I’ve got to get up really early. To be at the school by 9:30 I have to leave my apartment at 8 am. I end up having a little extra time once I get to the Asian side, but with how the ferries run that’s the only choice I have. I think, anyway. I’m looking forward to finding a new place to live. Preferable somewhere a little quieter and nicer. This place has been good for me as a landing pad, but long-term it doesn’t feel like home. I’m excited about the prospect of finding something new and more fitting for me. It’s ok if I have roommates.