Sat 24 Jun 2006
Even though Orlando feels just like home, we are trying to keep in mind the things we learned while away (like being flexible), and we are trying to approach this transition as if we were moving to a completely new culture. That perspective is mostly unecessary, though. For example, today I knew when the stop light was going to turn green, because I am already very familiar with the intersections near our home. It reminded me that living in a place for 12 years doesn’t leave you quickly even if some things have changed.
But one benefit of putting ourselves in the place of a learner is that other people teach us valuable things. Today I used my new knowledge of online classified ads (Craig’s List) to buy a barely-used washing machine for $75. I didn’t realize stuff like this would be for sale in such good condition.
Andrew and Audrey are learning, too; they got their new house work assignments today. I was very proud of them, as they didn’t complain and even seemed excited about starting something new.
