Still Searching...
So the search for a flat is still on! I keep checking online and in the newspaper, and I ask around, but nothing has happened yet. And I think there is a reason for this that may reveal itself in the months to come because I believe that all things happen for a reason and that he who holds his breath the longest wins, right!? So I will continue to wait patiently... But I must admit that we do have a lead. Last year an agent showed us a gorgeous apartment -- the first one that we saw back in September, but my husband did not want it at the time.
He thought it was too soon for us to move as we'd just arrived here and since it only had a wintergarten and not a balcony that we should really wait for an apartment that would be good for us. And he was right. But now the agent has told us that another apartment will soon be free nearby and that it has a small balcony and is also in an old building and very, very nice but that it will not be ready until the summer because it will be completely renovated. So we are still looking around but in our minds, we at least have this option and so it may be that it will work out for us. But since it is extremely competitive here for housing I'm not going to share any more details! It's sad, isn't it?
And this sounds a bit too cautious I know, but I need to find suitable housing and since many are all seeking the same type of flat here I must guard my connections and be patient. It's so hard though, I want to freely talk about the apartments that I find or have connections for -- but on haus maus, at this point, I simply cannot. So going forward I will discontinue sharing details on my house hunt and I hope you can understand. It's already happened twice that two places that I blogged about here, that I was interested in, were taken beneath my feet because they found these apartments on haus maus! Yes, really. Even I can't believe it.
But I will let you know as soon as I do when and if we find a new flat. But not until the contract is signed. :)
So how are you doing? I can tell you one thing that I'm searching for. A bicycle! I'm on foot all the time and I'm starting to want a bike so that I can take rides through the forest and around the lake...
(photo: holly becker for haus maus)
Comments
I'm looking for a bike too! I really want an old fashioned Schwinn or something cute like that. Don't know if I'll get my wish though.
I remember that point right before I got a bike...I was feeling like I needed to move along more somehow, like I wanted roller skates or something! Walking's totally nice, but cruising on a bike is just such a freeing feeling!
We just bought ours at a dept store b/c we wanted a warranty and we think we'll upgrade to nicer, lighter weight bikes in the future if we decide to commit to doing long bike trips in the summer. But a nice city cruiser makes running errands and pedaling along the riverside so much fun! Especially at this time of year when you just want to be OUT! =)
That bites about the apartment search updates. I love hearing about your search but I of course don't want you to have to search forever so I understand why you need to be mum about it. Good luck, I hope you find the perfect place.
I just cleaned, oiled and so on my nice white bike, next 6 months it will be my main transportation form and I can hardly wait to start!
I had a car, big, expensive one and never used it so I sold the car and if I need one I use car sharing, great sustainable way of living.
xo
Holly
Oh honey, I hope so.
For both of us. :)
x
I used to do down hill mountain bike riding..... maybe you should try that!!
and also you will find a pretty yet functional bike quite soon
have a great weekend
So good luck to you and no other experiences with people thwarting you!
TC
Lita
Yes, tell us about only when the contract is signed WITH YOU!
Wish you luck and have a nice weekend.
Jen