Work
Work is fine at the moment — not too busy, and I'm still learning things. It isn't in my major, but I have a lot of freedom every day. I don't really want to write much about work here; there isn't much worth recording.
The one thing I do want to mention is that I'm a computer science graduate and only just learned how to crimp an RJ45 connector. A bit embarrassing to admit.
Us
Last week my partner and I had planned to take portrait photos over the weekend. We went and did it. There was a small misunderstanding in the middle, but we talked it through. We took a lot of photos, and in the afternoon we picked up the first batch. They'd only been lightly retouched, but I already thought I looked handsome. I'll put a few here — ha, one handsome guy.
After the shoot we went for barbecue and talked about a lot. There's no distance between us now — it just feels good. I believe we can make it to the end.
After the photos, I picked out a gift for my partner: a gold necklace. She liked it a lot, and that's enough. The price doesn't matter; as long as she's here, I can earn money slowly. I don't have much money, but I still want to give her everything I have.
The family's plan
My family said to just buy a place. We've talked about it for a long time. Partly it's preparation for my marriage. Dad said one night that no matter what, I'll need to buy a house in the future, so since I'm seeing someone now, this is a good time. Our family will show our greatest sincerity. We'll buy somewhere close to my partner's workplace, because her job is very stable.
Recently I've been looking at listings while slacking off at work. I've looked at a few, contacted an agent, and we're going to see places this weekend. I specifically asked for a few with good value for money. My family doesn't have much money, so we need to get it right in one purchase.
I've made up my mind: I'll buy. I need to face this love. I told my partner that the first thing after we get married is to add her name to the deed. That's my promise to her, because she'll be paying the mortgage with me. I won't leave it to my parents — I'll make this decision myself. The mortgage isn't large, but I still want her name on it.
It's because of what she said: 'I thought about it — no matter who I'm with in the future, there will be arguments and worries. So why not stick with you?' That's why I have to hold on. I really want to marry you.
