The many months of our discernment process has finally birthed a decision: the Burgess family is heading to Eufaula, Alabama. Eufaula is a town of about 14,000 people and is located directly across the Chatahoochee River from Georgia. The nearest bookstore is 50 miles away, as is the nearest movie theater, obstetrician or shopping mall. Having lived the majority of my life in the urban paradise that is Southern California, I have been questioned as to whether this move to small town America is something I'm really ready for. I guess ignorance is bliss at this point. But I think I am ready for it. I'm ready for a little bit of quiet; for a place where stores close at noon on Saturday and don't open again until Monday; for a place where the hardware store still operates on a customer tab. For where I am in my life, this slower pace appeals to me.
3 comments:
You're going to have a great adventure. If you hate it, you leave. If you love it, you're set. Nothing to worry about: it's that simple. You, the one who adapted to 2 years in Budapest, will do great.
I've always wondered what it would be like to know your neighbors, and to see people that you recognize as you walk down the street. (Does that mean you need makeup to go to the store?) Can't wait to hear all about it.
One request - how about enabling RSS on your blog? It's one of the administrative settings. It means other people can set up (free) software to be notified if you add a new post.
Hey Sarah, I will miss you horriblly while you're in Alabama, and I am here. Don't have too much fun without me! Enjoy all of your adventures, I can't wait to hear more about them.
P.S. Knitting is an easy and relaxing new hobby. ;)
Hearts, Charlotte
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