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back in the US of A

Four months is the longest that I have ever spent out of the county. Definitely at any one time, quite possibly cumulatively as well. It's interesting the things that I miss in the US.

Number one on my list is my family of course. I had a much needed visit with my Grandmother and I got to meet my new nephew for the first time. Cutest baby ever btw.

Number two on my list is friends. I unfortunately am not going to make it to SF on this trip, but I will be spending a substantial bit of time in Raleigh. Hopefully I will be able to catch up with some friends while I'm there.

Number three is burritos. I desperately want to pop down to the Mission for an authentic burrito, but will most likely be settling for some kind of Moe's in the near future.

Number four is fast and cheap internet.

While I'm here though, I do miss the weather in Australia (it is REALLY cold in Cincinnati, OH and Knoxville, TN) and driving on the left. I got rather used to it and now feel completely out of sorts!

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