Let's see...

GOOD: NOLA is gorgeous and has obviously earned its culinary reputation.

BAD: I don't think I've eaten anything with <50% saturated fat content this week, EOF.

GOOD: Our first round of apartment hunting went great, I think? Peg found a couple of 3-bd shotguns, either of which would suit us very well.

BAD: The Interpersonal Thing I was talking about yesterday still overshadows it, because (aside from not bringing my employer info and leaving my e-mail security token at home like an idiot) it's the Number One threat to us getting this place.

GOOD: Thanks to the kind action of an intermediary, I have that resolved as far as I know, and if there are any further issues, I'm sure I can get the community to come in and help as gently as possible. If nothing else... this is everybody's opportunity to be rid of me for good. ;D

BAD: Yeah. This is everybody's opportunity to be rid of me for good. Peg wants to leave on a pretty tight schedule. If you wanna see me before I go... we might have to arrange for a group dinner or something, because I JUST PLAIN WILL NOT have time to see everybody individually. :(

GOOD: Damn, am I less grumpy in a city with actual sunlight. I could end up a much less difficult person after a couple years here. I'm about ready to beg for any help we can get to relocate down here peacefully...

GOOD: Though we just might not need it. As far as I know, we just have to get a little more information to the rental agency and we have a real good shot at one of the two houses. Wish us luck. Love y'all and will miss you terribly, but... I mean, I'll still be right here, tigering up your face and stuff. 🐯​❤️​