Wed 14 Jun 2006
Smells bring back old memories better than sights or sounds, and the water here reminds me of so many things. It has lots of chlorine in it, and that smell has been reminding me of many things; the time we first moved into this house back in 2000, times we’ve stayed at friends’ houses during other transitions, hose showers after long runs, and, of course, swimming on hot days. They are good memories.
Cathy feels our new environment to a greater degree than me, though. We’ve lived for three years on a short-term assignment, but now we’ve returned to an indefinite one, and the change requires some emotional adjustments. She’s having a more normal re-entry experience compared to many other people we’ve talked with who’ve done this.
Audreys says, “I love this house, and I’m glad to see friends.”
Andrew is glad to be where he can skateboard easily again. There is lots of smooth pavement everywhere and people who like to skate - who speak English.
