The last month plus some, in pictures.
In mid-December, Olympia was snowed in for almost a week. It was a few feet of snow, unheard of at this altitude. People were housebound for days as streets remained un-plowed and impassable. The house looked like a winter wonderland from the backyard.
Housemates Erin and Lenny
Getting to Evergreen was almost impossible. When I arrived, I learned the campus had been closed due to inclement weather.
I was one of the lucky few who were able to fly out of Seattle during a small window of time, as outgoing flights were briefly allowed to leave during an afternoon block of time. From Seattle, I flew to Buffalo to visit family and friends. I can’t say I overly enjoyed my stay. There is no reason to be in Buffalo during winter.
Marisa, visiting from NYC, walks in front of a massive snow mound at the mall. We went for a last minute gift for her dad at JC Penny’s.
My mother and father were glad I was home. I however had reservations. I automatically turn into a petulant teenager when I step foot in their house.
I did go Christmas Bowling at Voelker’s with Candace, Andy and the rest of the gang.
I spent a day with my father driving and walking around Buffalo, looking at houses and wandering through old neighborhoods. It was a surprisingly adult interaction.
All in all, it was a nice visit. I’m glad to be back on the west coast. I know now this is where I belong. It’s helpful to have a reality check once in awhile.