It's still kind of hard for me to grasp this! But, many-a-thing reminds me daily!
Driving - the drivers here are quite creative. Red lights and speed limits have no meaning. Horn honking is the norm.
Food - it's everywhere! There are tons of restaurants in the area. With spring/summer upon us, farmer's markets are popping up. Grocery stores are in abundance. I've made a few new friends: goat cheese, beets, butternut squash, brussel sprouts and the list continues. It is quite nice!
Playing outside - the weather here is still around the 60's/70's, which is PERFECT for outdoor activities! I keep hearing people warn at how horrible the summer's are. Today was the 20th of May and I doubt it got over 75 .. so, bring on the summer! Which means I can run and bike outside! There is a great trail up the road a bit that I love to hit up. Rain or shine, there are always folks on it! It is something.
People - there are a LOT of people around here. Tons of apartments. Cars. You name it. Grocery stores are maddening. As is the Target parking lot, unless you've discovered the back entrance.
At times, I am overwhelmed by these differences and many more that surface daily. This place is not Texas. This place is definitely NOT Longview. But. It is home. It's where I belong.
And I enjoy it immensely.
