Update: I am still in California, and if you know me–that is IMPRESSIVE. I guess I don’t have much to measure it against other than a few distinct moments in my life…
- When I was little I left every single sleepover because I was “sick”.
- I left summer camp every single day because, again, I was in fact–sick.
- I’d go on vacation with my cousins and desperately want to go home because I was sick.
- I went to Kelly’s Island for a long weekend with a friend and was homesick because someone asked to comb my hair—that was my MAWM’s job and your are NAWT MY MAWM.
- I went to Ohio University for my freshman year of college and drove home three hours each way every weekend (unless I had visitors of course).
- I rented an apartment at Baldwin Wallace but called my grandma every day to see what was for dinner. I was marinating frozen chicken with Italian dressing and eating cookie dough like it was a well balanced meal so quit judging.
Moral of the story— I haven’t left LA yet nor have I attempted to try. Initially I was just proud to make it here, now I’m proud that I’m still here AND I’m actually enjoying myself. I’ve had fun trying different restaurants, learning the area better, and getting used to my small window of freedom from traffic.
It’s been a lot of fun so far–scary/overwhelming/confusing as well, but I’m no longer in my comfort zone, so I believe that is to be expected. I feel like I’ve learned a ton about myself in just a few short days, so I can only imagine what the next few weeks will bring!
Till next time,
LiveLaughLo.
4 things I’ve learned about Los Angeles and the surrounding areas thus far:
- You have to pay for plastic bags at the grocery store. Likeeee if you don’t bring your own satchel, you’ll be paying for each one you use……or you can be like me and carry all items in hand 🙂
- Chipotle costs more out here, aka why did I think it was a set a price across the country? Like God no I don’t want steak, just giving me the freaking chicken and don’t ask again.
- There are more small dogs than there are children. Win.
- If you can’t find a Starbucks you must be sitting in your closet with the door shut and the lights off.
- My cousin is the most well-liked human at his job. How does one know this? Well I’ve been here every day of course!