09.14.06
Repatriation
It’s the word for expats returning to their home country. For me, it’s also getting re-acquainted with life in Texas. My brother and I were talking the other night (afternoon for him) about how to acclimate back into the Texas culture. So, here are some of the things I’m looking forward to (and will need to diet or at least check my cholesterol after): BBQ, Freebirds WorldBurrito, Texas Toast from Dairy Queen (along with chicken strips and gravy!), Shipley’s Donuts. I also look forward to my Mom’s cooking and my Dad’s chicken salad — a true labor of love.
Most importantly, I look forward to being in one state with my immediate family for once. I look forward to attending Zachary’s events — can’t believe he’s 6! I look forward to seeing Christian again. He’s grown so much since I last saw him in May.
I will not, however, be looking forward to the heat. The saying that always pops in my head when I think of the heat in Texas is from Seinfeld — “The heat…my God, the heat!” Of course, they weren’t talking about Texas in that episode. The other day, my friend Carrie, said she thinks it’s that time of year when the temperature falls to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Wow!
I know Jason’s looking forward to college football. We’re already scheduled to go to an Aggie game the first weekend we’re home.
Well, that’s all for now.
carol lawes said,
September 20, 2006 at 11:12 pm
Hey Melissa,
Can’t believe you are on your way back to the states…gotta catch up. I log on to your blog every now and then, now i know why it hasn’t been updated.
Talk with you soon. Have a safe flight back. Miss you lots.
love,
carol