Southern California

So, I am here and I am in back in love. I have always been in love with socal but I have fallen even harder now that I am older, wiser, and have more experiences (aka appreciation) for all it offers. Here are some things I love about southern California

1. Noisy, crazy freeways (even with traffice)
2. Rock hills and mountains in every direction
3. Beautiful people (Not beautiful in the traditional sense but beautiful in all their differnces and styles)
4. The way people speak and the language they use
5. Everyone is sooo friendly and polite!
6. I love downtown LA with all its grittiness and culture
7. I love the valley for its pretty facade
8. The beach
9. The weather
10. Red roof tiles on buildings and homes


The list could go on and on. I love Southern California. I don't care if people say it is too crowded or broke. I don't care if people think it is pretentious or excessive. It is also diverse, open minded, and filled with things to do and see!

Some days its easier than others

I really want to get the most out of each day that I can possibly can. I don't want to take a second for granted. I want to "drink it all in" as my friend Aerobic Mom says! Some days that is easier than others. I think that in the winter it is much harder than in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. I tend to hibernate in the winter, especially after Christmas. I want to get in bed, pull the covers over my head and just hide. It takes more effort to get out of the house, more effort to get things done, and more effort to spend time with friends! In the Spring, Summer, and Fall, these things are easy. I have a horrible habit of just dropping by without calling first. I will just drop in on friends and chat for awhile. Luckily most of my friends forgive me for this behavior! But in the winter I want to pull my house down around me and feel safe and warm. I like that feeling. It isn't really depression. I just love being in my house during the winter. Spring is on its way though! Soon I will be bursting at the seams to get out of the house and start making the most of each day!