19. If you could live anywhere, where would it be and why?

This one is kind of fun to think about. I love adventure and I love trying new things, so I love the idea of picking up and moving somewhere new. Call me crazy, but I do think that would be fun.

We moved several times when I was growing up. SC is the 4^th state I have lived in, and Greer is the 9^th city (plus a repeat of living in Phenix City twice). I know to some of you military brats out there that is nothing. I also know that some of you poor souls have lived in the same town or area your whole life that is a big deal.

Moving wasn’t always fun; I won’t lie. It was hard to say good-bye to friends. It was hard to meet new friends. It was hard to change schools. It was hard to find new favorites. On the other hand, I have grown a lot from move to move. I’ve learned how to meet new people. I’ve learned how to try new things. I’ve learned to be more flexible. I’ve learned to consider change as an adventure.

I think it would be so fun to move overseas, probably not permanently, but at least for a little bit. I love experiencing new cultures, and the best way to do that is to submerge yourself into it. It has been fun to watch my parents as they have adjusted to a new culture. They have adapted to the ways of Guatemala – language, food, dress, travel, worship, shopping, etc. I attribute my need for change and adventure to them!! Who else up and leaves their family during their “retirement years” to move to a foreign country to work and live?! I can’t help it! It’s in my genes!!

Genes – that reminds me of a joke…

Did you know diarrhea is hereditary?!

It runs in your jeans (genes)

Hahaha!! I’m a sucker for dumb jokes!! J

Anywho…I don’t have a certain place in particular picked out that I am dying to live. I guess, I’m just game for anywhere but here!

I actually just talked to David about this the other day. He haphazardly asked me if I would ever move from SC. (don’t panic, we aren’t moving far away – yet!) I immediately said yes. He challenged me on that, but I told him…I love it here. I have a good job and some great friends here. His family is here, but I don’t have roots here. Truthfully, I don’t have roots at all. When people ask where I’m from, I don’t really have an answer. Usually I tell them AL, since I did most of my growing up there, but I’m not really FROM there I don’t guess.

So, where would I want to live?! I guess my answer would be ANYWHERE. I’m working on talking David in to it, and don’t worry, when I do, I’ll let you know!! J