Prices have become almost astronomical in the states, I really don't understand how people are living without making $200k (on the east/west coasts). The cost of food, especially if you use the delivery apps with the added surcharges, people don't realize that eating out you have to add approx. 20-25% to your final bill for taxes and tips. What I dont understand is minimum wage now in CA is about $17-19/hr. I've seen several postings for hire at bakeries, restaurants, stores hiring for $18/hr so why are people still tipping? Moreover, establishments can't find people to do minimum wage jobs! Not to mention the property taxes and gas prices of course, and cable and cell phone carrier costs at extortion prices. It's great you made the move early! I'm really hoping to move to SE Asia soon, hopefully within the next two years.
So sorry Michael. Augie's new job at the American Museum of Natural History took him to Anchorage, AK and then the Kenai Peninsula. I flew him to L.A. for my cousin Jason Kletzky's wedding and then we flew to San Francisco so Augie can stay with his mom for a few days.
I should have given I was delayed for 3 hours at the beginning of my trip and was stressed I'd miss the connecting flight in Singapore. But it all worked out
Congratulations to your son and family!!! ❤️ How wonderful. Is he going to Bali for their honeymoon? 😂 Thanks for sharing those beautiful photos - the Singapore airport is insane but if I had young children, that’s the best place to keep them occupied! Actually I’d enjoy it too 🤣🤣🤣
My cousin got married. My son has been to Bali once but I am hoping he can visit again once he builds up vacation time with his job. He works at the American Museum of Natural History.
Prices have become almost astronomical in the states, I really don't understand how people are living without making $200k (on the east/west coasts). The cost of food, especially if you use the delivery apps with the added surcharges, people don't realize that eating out you have to add approx. 20-25% to your final bill for taxes and tips. What I dont understand is minimum wage now in CA is about $17-19/hr. I've seen several postings for hire at bakeries, restaurants, stores hiring for $18/hr so why are people still tipping? Moreover, establishments can't find people to do minimum wage jobs! Not to mention the property taxes and gas prices of course, and cable and cell phone carrier costs at extortion prices. It's great you made the move early! I'm really hoping to move to SE Asia soon, hopefully within the next two years.
I understand your feelings and it's never too late to make the changes you want to make
My dear Neill.....sounds like it was a terrific visit. But....what about us on the Easy Coast :)!?! We were hoping to see you!!
So sorry Michael. Augie's new job at the American Museum of Natural History took him to Anchorage, AK and then the Kenai Peninsula. I flew him to L.A. for my cousin Jason Kletzky's wedding and then we flew to San Francisco so Augie can stay with his mom for a few days.
So no East Coast :(
Next time!
I hope you got a prize for being the wedding guest who traveled farthest to get there.
I should have given I was delayed for 3 hours at the beginning of my trip and was stressed I'd miss the connecting flight in Singapore. But it all worked out
Congratulations to your son and family!!! ❤️ How wonderful. Is he going to Bali for their honeymoon? 😂 Thanks for sharing those beautiful photos - the Singapore airport is insane but if I had young children, that’s the best place to keep them occupied! Actually I’d enjoy it too 🤣🤣🤣
My cousin got married. My son has been to Bali once but I am hoping he can visit again once he builds up vacation time with his job. He works at the American Museum of Natural History.
Gotcha. Is he in NY?
Yes he works in Manhattan but lives in Brooklyn