The past nearly two weeks that I have spent back home have been a whirlwind of, at times, very overwhelming activity. I have loved catching up with family and friends and enjoying the amenities of the US (from hot water to malls), but there are also some things that I could do without, and things I miss about San Lucas. Here is a list of the top "things" that stand out to me about being home, many of which took me by surprise:
Target. Target is oh, so amazing, and this will never change.
The mall is actually kind of scary and overwhelming.
I am now really terrible at remembering that I have a phone, checking voicemail, etc.
Oddly enough, I have yet to use the TIVO (or even turn on the TV)
Oh, the fashion. I miss you, the fashion. Unfortunately it is hard to get my fix in MN in the winter... and absolutely impossible in Redwood Falls.
The food is sort of...physically... overwhelming me. I am not used to milk.
I can still drive!
Handing over the credit card is easy... actually spending money is NOT (2 dollars for a Coke????)
I can't pick out outfits anymore, I am not sure what I look good in after hiding in baggy jeans and big t shirts for 5 months.
THE INTERNET. I missed you too, the internet.
Overall, everything is amazing, shiny, and new. Now if I could just eat a cheeseburger and not be doubled over with pain...
