The Big Idea

Okay, I've taken the plunge yet again.

It's been quite a while since I last updated everyone (sorry!), but the idea that I mentioned last time has now become a reality.

So what was this huge, problem-solving, life-changing, earth-shattering plan? Simply this: I decided that I'm going to move out of my apartment and take up residence in my store.

This will do two things for me. First, it will save me the $600 per month I've been paying in rent. Second, it will give me the chance to be at my customers' beck and call 24 hours a day. No longer will someone look into my store window and find the lights turned off and the door locked, with a sign that says, "Sorry, We're Closed!" I will be there at all hours, every day, ready and willing to serve Alta Coma's typewriter needs at a moment's notice. Need a typewriter at 11pm on Sunday night? No problem, I'm here! (And yes, folks need typewriters at that hour... a college student may have an important paper due the next morning, and find their typewriter no longer works.. what do they do then? Right! See me!!)

My landlord and I have agreed to part ways honorably and amicably, so that much is already worked out. I will forfeit my last month's rent and the cleaning deposit, but he has agreed not to pursue me legally for the 3 months of unpaid rent. In return, I will allow him to keep all of my furniture in the apartment. I know I'm getting the raw end of the deal there, but really, where would I put all of that stuff once I move into my store? This seemed like the best solution.

So, it's onward and upward to a better future for yours truly. I will move in tomorrow, and the only difference you'll notice is the new sign that will read, "Open 24 Hours For Your Convenience!"