Attitude of Gratitude

In Boston during this time of year, the smell of fresh flowers and rain hang heavy in the air. Each afternoon it seems like there is a violent thunderstorm which rocks the area, intensifying the scents even more. Years of rain in Amsterdam drove me crazy, but I don’t mind it here for some reason. It isn’t the kind of rain that causes the entire day to be overcast and dreary, it is more like an episode of a soap opera on TV, it is over as quick as it starts.

I love the weather. What is it now? Spring? Summer? I don’t know. Each day here is at least 22 degrees (72 F), which is a fabulous temperature, rain or shine. I can wear shorts on a regular basis for the first time in 3 years. Unfortunately, because I’ve lived in cold weather for 3 years, I don’t have any shorts anymore. I could care less, I just love the warm and mostly sunny weather.

I discovered my love for sparkling water while I lived in Amsterdam. I was overjoyed when I returned to find that you can find it in most places here, even convenience stores, but was more than underwhelmed by the prices ($2 for one liter!). I remembered back to when I was visiting a German friend for Oktoberfest last year, and saw he had a sparkling water maker at his house. I was so happy when I discovered the Soda Club in the USA, which sells the same sparkling water makers, and you can make your own sodas too. I think that is a little dorky, but I’m just happy to make my own sparking water. The starter kit has the machine, the bottles, 1 CO2 cartridge, and a ton of soda flavors for $99. I almost have already spent that much on sparkling water from the stores since moving here in March! Well worth it, and a much more green option too.

I’ve almost gotten my new place furnished, so I am beginning to be more settled here in Boston. It still doesn’t feel like home, but it is starting to feel more homey. More updates as is becomes real.

I would like to take an African safari. Anyone have any info on those?