Friday, March 02, 2007

Omens

I've never been one for superstitions, but sometimes I have to wonder. Today I move out of Connecticut and back into Manhattan. Last night I packed my things, and after work today I start moving. This morning, I woke to a torrential downpour--not exactly good weather for moving. Yet, the forecast for today says it'll be sunny and 50 degrees by the time I go outside again. They say rain on moving days (and wedding days, and....) is good luck, but how nice it is to have the good luck and nice weather!

Furthering the theme, this morning was my last commute into the city on the train. And as if to say, "it's time for you to not ride the train from Connecticut anymore," my train caught fire halfway in. It wasn't a big deal, one of the heaters started sparking (probably from the rain) and there was smoke. Still, they evacuated the car, and almost evacuated the whole train.

But wait, there's more. One of my dearest friends is around this week visiting. I've been trying to convince him to move here, but of course needs a job to support it. Quite suddenly, someone in my office quit yesterday and we have a whole to fill. With a few words to my boss, my friend has an interview today.

I'm sure it's all coincidence, but at the same time, I can't help but feel that New York is welcoming me back.