culture shock

Today was my first day back in Texas. I got in last night around midnight. Today I woke up to a text message at 8:30 from a friend asking if I was in town. I slept for a little afterwards, but then ended up getting up. I had lunch at Dos Salsas finally. It was incredible. I don't know what else to say about it except that it was amazing and I treasured every bite. After lunch I ran a couple of errands and then met up with my mom to kill some time before my hair appointment. I go get my hair done and then go home to get ready for the party! I felt like it was my birthday or something.

I felt so weird driving today. I felt like I was going to get in a wreck because I wasn't paying enough attention or something. I also felt like I was going to lose my keys because I am not used to carrying them. At one point I almost walked out of the house without them. I think having a car will make me spend more money on things I don't need. Now it is so easy to go get something like ice cream or Sonic, or even just going shopping. I don't have to plan around the rest of my day first of all, and I can get anywhere I want in a matter of minutes. I don't have to figure out a train route or bus route. I will enjoy this.

A few other things I have enjoyed were a hot water shower that actually felt good instead of sweaty, sleeping with sheets and a comforter, going to HEB (which now feels like the Mecca of grocery stores), and of course, seeing the people I care about. Everyone was so encouraging and supporting. They all told me how proud they were and that they were happy I had such a good experience. Tonight made me a little more glad to be back. I have had some good conversations and I am so thankful for all the amazing people who are blessing my life!