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Little steps, big steps

I've spent all morning at the Carrefour Jeunesse-Emploi, a wonderful place where they give you advice and ressources to find a job in the region. I had a long interview with a counselor who helped me put my CV in order and I even got an interview for a job tomorrow, so wish me luck! It'll take a few weeks, but I have faith in God and self-confidence.

People here in Chicoutimi are so nice, so willing to listen and help you. They find it exciting that someone who lived in wonderful Montreal decided to come to their little city to start anew. They're encouraging and they're proud of this place. I really feel at home, my friend's mother is a very nice lady, always trying to make me feel welcome, worried about me like a real mother, I have everything I need. Sure I feel lonely sometimes, but I'm trying to stay active and I even joined a support group for divorced women and I had my first meeting last night; can't wait for next Wednesday so I can see them again.

So, this is my new life. I know it isn't easy, but it isn't bad. In fact, it is good, really good. I like it here, I like to realize that I'm a strong person and that I was willing to take this big risk. I'm all alone, despite the people around me, but I'll build my social network again and enjoy what my beloved Canada has to offer.

Little steps take us to big steps. I'm just starting, I'm gonna be just fine!