One of the main things people in this part of the country say is…"everyone has a Subaru and a dog". This is mostly true…but it isn't EVERYONE! For me example, I have a Subaru and no dog. Other people don't have Subaru's and do have a dog. In fact, I have been amazed at the amount of cars that look like they would be entirely inept in the winter climate that is about to start dumping upon us in a few short weeks. But, I'm sure these people know what they are doing far more than I.
Let's talk about the dogs here in Bozeman. Friendly but not overwhelmingly so (they will walk up to you and brush against you, but will never try for a lick or nuzzle the first time you meet. Respect!) Well-trained (they come running back to their owners whenever there name is called…and of course they are all off-leash). Beautiful (some look like they are straight out of a marble slab!) Happy (85% run around while off leash with a prized possession they just found…a STICK! It is absolutely adorable). Lastly, they don't feel the need to verbally communicate with humans (they seem to understand that we aren't intelligent enough to understand them, so they don't bother). I have been barked at by one dog, it barks at me once as I run by it's property and just stares me down the rest of the way. JUST ONE BARK! Coming from Keena that is the most incredible feat of any dog ever!
Clearly this is a magical land where dogs aren't just dogs, but best friends, family members, and protectors. One day I will have a Subaru and a dog… but that day is not quite yet on the horizon.
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Monday, October 20, 2014
Bozeman before work
Hey there!
Once upon a time Julie graduated with her Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. She was applying for jobs (mainly in the South East) and realized she wasn't getting excited about any of the jobs or locations she was applying to. Young and energetic Julie asked herself "If I could choose anywhere to live, regardless of job, where would I want to live?" Her response, BOZEMAN, MONTANA! HAhahaha. Just kidding… her response was "somewhere with wonderful skiing and great outdoor adventures to be had." Brilliant and curious Julie began to apply in greater ratios to states such as Colorado and Utah. She then remembered that her silly, yet occasionally useful brother reported to her that Big Sky Montana was his most favorite mountain in the country. Master Julie went to trusty Google, looked at a map of where Big Sky Montana actually was located, and noticed that the closest city was the one and only Bozeman, Montana. Wise Julie then typed into Google "OT jobs in Bozeman, Montana". Up popped the job at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital with a job description far more intriguing than anything else she had come across…in went the application…then Skype interview…then plane ride to visit…then job offer accepted! And now,here we are.
This is a picture of my Dad and I at Palisades Falls. This waterfall is located in the Gallatin National Forest, which is located 10 miles south of town. It is 80 feet tall and is at an elevation of 7,200ft (which explains why we felt a little woozy).
Dad flew out to Bozeman to fulfill the duties of an amazing father and help get my life started here. The tasks involved buying a car, getting insurance, getting an apartment, getting insurance, explaining to me what all my employee benefits actually mean, touring the town, eating beef, bison, and drinking whiskey and porters. It was splendid to have him here with me to see my new homestead and to provide me with wisdom that I am sure has taken him many years to figure out himself. I kind of feel like I am cheating the system. Anyway, it was lovely to explore my new town with him, experience the glory of the never ending mountains, and have someone to share in the very beginning of my new adventure.
Here is a picture of Betsy, my new car and currently only friend. She is a 2015 Subaru Forester complete with heated seats and giant moon/sun roof. Really I just wanted those perks for all of you guests that will be coming. : ) Picture yourself now, wind in your hair, looking up at the stars, smelling evergreens, listening to a babbling brook, all while your bum is nicely roasted. Doesn't get much better than that folks.
Welcome to my blog about my new life in Bozeman, MT. Sure, it will lose it's pazazz after I have lived here for awhile, but for now I feel like I am in an entirely different country and may be of some interest to those in eastern America. Hopefully you all know the story of how I made it out here, if not, here is a brief synopsis (which if you know me, it isn't brief at all).
Once upon a time Julie graduated with her Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. She was applying for jobs (mainly in the South East) and realized she wasn't getting excited about any of the jobs or locations she was applying to. Young and energetic Julie asked herself "If I could choose anywhere to live, regardless of job, where would I want to live?" Her response, BOZEMAN, MONTANA! HAhahaha. Just kidding… her response was "somewhere with wonderful skiing and great outdoor adventures to be had." Brilliant and curious Julie began to apply in greater ratios to states such as Colorado and Utah. She then remembered that her silly, yet occasionally useful brother reported to her that Big Sky Montana was his most favorite mountain in the country. Master Julie went to trusty Google, looked at a map of where Big Sky Montana actually was located, and noticed that the closest city was the one and only Bozeman, Montana. Wise Julie then typed into Google "OT jobs in Bozeman, Montana". Up popped the job at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital with a job description far more intriguing than anything else she had come across…in went the application…then Skype interview…then plane ride to visit…then job offer accepted! And now,here we are.
This is a picture of my Dad and I at Palisades Falls. This waterfall is located in the Gallatin National Forest, which is located 10 miles south of town. It is 80 feet tall and is at an elevation of 7,200ft (which explains why we felt a little woozy).
Dad flew out to Bozeman to fulfill the duties of an amazing father and help get my life started here. The tasks involved buying a car, getting insurance, getting an apartment, getting insurance, explaining to me what all my employee benefits actually mean, touring the town, eating beef, bison, and drinking whiskey and porters. It was splendid to have him here with me to see my new homestead and to provide me with wisdom that I am sure has taken him many years to figure out himself. I kind of feel like I am cheating the system. Anyway, it was lovely to explore my new town with him, experience the glory of the never ending mountains, and have someone to share in the very beginning of my new adventure.
Here is a picture of Betsy, my new car and currently only friend. She is a 2015 Subaru Forester complete with heated seats and giant moon/sun roof. Really I just wanted those perks for all of you guests that will be coming. : ) Picture yourself now, wind in your hair, looking up at the stars, smelling evergreens, listening to a babbling brook, all while your bum is nicely roasted. Doesn't get much better than that folks.
HAPPY TRAILS!
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