Seeing the American flag in the Newark airport almost put me over the edge as I walked happily through the airport with the goofiest grin stretching ear to ear. I saw the other returning Americans stealing sideways glances wondering who this crazy girl was, but the smiling never stopped and the occasional giggles continued. Until I realized that I had two huge, heavy bags and the carts to carry them were $10.00.
While waiting for the flight to Denver, I had the most delicious bagel I have ever eaten, and the thickest chocolate milk. I savored every bite and let out occasional moans of happiness (which also got me a lot of staring).
A few hours later I landed in Aspen, and within minutes I was devouring my first hamburger in 10 months. Against all odds I didn't get sick from it, and have had beef every day since.
I was ready to leave India and I am SO, SO happy to be back in Aspen!!! It is the same, but I see it through new eyes. The first few days I was overwhelmed by all the green, and existence of parks and places to just hang out. The atmosphere is just so relaxed and calm... I am no longer dealing with millions of people and cows on the street! Which is a plus for driving which I am doing again! Except I do need someone to be in the car with me to make sure I stop for pedestrians, at stop signs, and drive on the right side of the road.
Closing thoughts: I have learned a ton about myself and another culture, and it has really made me see how lucky I am to live in Colorado and LOVE MY LIFE!!
While waiting for the flight to Denver, I had the most delicious bagel I have ever eaten, and the thickest chocolate milk. I savored every bite and let out occasional moans of happiness (which also got me a lot of staring).
A few hours later I landed in Aspen, and within minutes I was devouring my first hamburger in 10 months. Against all odds I didn't get sick from it, and have had beef every day since.
I was ready to leave India and I am SO, SO happy to be back in Aspen!!! It is the same, but I see it through new eyes. The first few days I was overwhelmed by all the green, and existence of parks and places to just hang out. The atmosphere is just so relaxed and calm... I am no longer dealing with millions of people and cows on the street! Which is a plus for driving which I am doing again! Except I do need someone to be in the car with me to make sure I stop for pedestrians, at stop signs, and drive on the right side of the road.
Closing thoughts: I have learned a ton about myself and another culture, and it has really made me see how lucky I am to live in Colorado and LOVE MY LIFE!!
nice, so happy you are home! oxoxoxox Rae
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