So after a month of being back in the states I just have one thing to say…. “IT IS ‘SPENSIVE AS HECK TO LIVE IN THE UNITED STATES”.
Some new and extremely foolish person that I recently met insinuated that my reason for returning back to the states was probably because my Accountant called and told me my money had run out. 😐 Oh ye of such small mind….This poor thing didn’t know that it is much more expensive to live here then it is a third world country. I’m certain I’ve spent more in one month than I had in three months in Asia.
I mentioned before that I lived abroad for 6 years. Four years serving in the military and the next two as a consultant to the government because I didn’t want to come back to the states. After returning from that stint I had the same reverse culture shock that I am experiencing now. I missed the inconveniences that came with living abroad. Who really needs a 24 hour Walmart? Well…wait a minute. Nix that last statement. Walmart has actually come in handy at 2am on several occasions. I do miss eating cheaply and experiencing new and exciting things on a daily basis. I’m going to try my best to incorporate the latter into my lifestyle here in the states.
I’m still settling in to the new digs and new city. It’s not completely what I’m used to but I’m always open to try new things….obviously. I also encourage you all to do the same.