history: I left my apartment to my friend last weekend. I will be away in another country for 2 months.  I am away in another country for 2 months and I left my apartment with my friend. 
current: Wow, that must be scary to have to trust someone else with all of your stuff. What took you out of the country?
next: I'm on vacation in the Bahamas! I feel they are very reliable so I am sure the place will be fine!