Trying to Prepare

Going back to Ireland and doing things right this time around is very important to me. I'm not going to dwell on last time and the mistakes I made but I must remind myself that I felt prepared last time as well. Not only did I feel prepared, but I was constantly reminded how prepared I was. I think that made the decision to come home so much more difficult for me. I am absolutely determined to try and cover every base before I leave.

I'm looking into opening an Irish bank account from home because I've seen on other expat groups that this sort of thing is available. That was definitely a stumbling block for me last time. There were so many necessary steps to opening an account / finding a job that I just felt overwhelmed. I've also contacted a hospitality recruitment agency which I know will be my ticket to finding a job and quickly. Finding a job that's relevant to my credentials is important to me. This is why I've never been able to work in factory despite being lured by higher pay, just the monotony of it would drive me insane.

I've looked at some places but the prices are still freaking me out so that's something I'll go back to next month lol I can't believe how expensive it is for a flat out there! If you don't live with 2 or 3 people, you're paying easily 1500 euros which I'm sure will make a big dent in the money I saved / earn while there. I'm exploring options as far as work aways versus house shares. I really want to find the best option as far as surviving and being able to travel because c'mon, these working holidays are MEANT to support this idea.

I leave in 2 1/2 months which is really not a lot of time so I'm buckling down and doing as much research as humanly possible. I WILL last this year and I intend to do it the way that I'm dreaming of :)

HAPPY VEG