So this week was a pretty busy week for me. My Cousin Debbie, who I haven't seen in years, came to town with her friend Beth. I worked during the week but took off on Thursday to hang out with them. During the week we did have dinner and spend some time together too.
Its nice to have visitors come from other places. I enjoy the fact that I can have people come and stay with me and see a place that they have always wanted to travel to.
Although I am not "in" Manhattan anymore, the two blocks to the skyline is really spectacular. It is a beautiful view.
There are many times that I struggle with the city vs. suburb decision. I really love New York City for its eccentricity like China Town, Little Italy, the museums, and all the great food and shopping. But, there are other times when I go away and visit my former homes where I really realize that I work too much and don't really have some of the same qualities of life that others have. I guess it is a trade off. Many times, I feel like I am at the right place to advance my career but maybe am not in the right place to really enjoy my life. The balance between work and home does not exist here to the same extent as other places.
When I went home to Utah for two months earlier this year I felt like I was in another world. I got to spend time with my family and friends but not the same way I do when I am here. The community is different. It's hard to explain. I have things I love about both places.
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