Home, Sweet Canada

I'm a Canadian resident! Temporarily at least. I think my study permit says I have to depart by September 30, 2011. Ok, Canada. Got it. I've applied for the Medical Services Plan in British Columbia, have a bus pass, a student ID, bills, and a credit card application in the works.
Slowly I'm getting furniture in the apartment. A few stops and starts but by the end of the week, I should have a couch to go along with my bed and dining set. I also painted my bedroom yellow which was instantly uplifting and a big step to making this place feel like mine. I still have a lot to figure out but this is where my weekend hobby of yardsales will come in handy. I just love the deals!
I've been so busy that I hardly have time to miss people (but I do miss all of you) and so the whole "I just moved very far away and don't know anyone" thing hasn't hit. It will though, it will. It helps that in a week I'l be in California for Colin's wedding and then John's here for Labor Day. I know I'll be seeing lots of people soon so I don't have to be a mess yet.
So far, I'm feeling really comfortable here. I don't know any neighbors yet; this doesn't seem like that kind of building. But who knows. Once school starts, I'm sure I'll have my fill of people, especially after this weird kind of isolation I'm currently in. School will be a nice distraction though after I'm done with the apartment stuff.
I might paint my living room too. It's a big task but could be a happy improvement. Color suggestions? Something light and neutral but not pinkish. Dare I try a blue?
It's only 9:45 here but I might get in bed. Don't have much else to do. I'll take some pictures of the place soon so you can see it. I can't do it now though because it would be depressing for everyone to see it in this state.