One of the things about moving to a new area is not knowing the 411 on the local stores/restaurants etc. In Utah if I was feeling wealthy and/or craving good bread for homemade french toast I would go to Great Harvest and get their Cinnaburst bread-delicious! I knew what restaurants were good and which ones to avoid. I knew that Papa Johns was better than Papa Murphy's or Five Buck Pizza. I new Macy's was generally cheaper than smiths. You get my point. Now that we're in El Segundo we don't know what is good or where it is. El Segundo is really unique too in that it's a small town (approx. 16,000) and doesn't have "typical" stores. There are two fast food places on the edge of town. Other than that most restaurants are mom and pop shops-no chains. There's a Ralphs on the El Segundo border but in the town we have Cooks a family owned store. I find that charming and feel strongly about supporting local businesses. They can be more expensive but in many cases it's worth it, that is if you are not currently supporting a law student and can afford the extra $1 here or there.
My point in all of this is that we are not that familiar with our area to know who has the best burgers or the cheapest cucumbers. It will all come in time and hey, what better place to learn than El Segundo.
Thursday, April 19, 2007
The Joys of Moving
Posted by LeeElle at 9:53 AM
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I know exactly how that feels. I also recently moved, and believe you me, I sometimes feel a little lost. What you need is a good woman by your side. That's how I'm adjusting. If you need help locating one I can point you in the right direction.
P.S. Look at me posting on a blog, next thing you know, I'll have one of my own.
i've found that a good stiff drink helps out.
i've also found out that you can accumulate furniture well before you move and have a plan for the move.
I was in Springville and this dog ran by me and it was a girl dog too... i think i should feel ashamed.
P.S. If girl dogs are faster than you, its a good sign that you don't belong in that city and should move ASAP.
since i move a lot (we'll be married 6 years this summer and we've lived in 6 different homes/apts.) i know exactly how that feels. i like looking things up and then mapquesting them and then go on an adventure. i've done that a few times since being here. john must be talking about me.... HA! (hey, i could be your sister!!!)
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