It's the Final Countdown

As of today, I have 23 more days of United States living. To say I am excited is an understatement. The past two weekends have kicked off my "Tour of Cities-US Version," beginning with a visit to Lexington, KY to see my grandparents and cousin, Justin.

Things I learned in Lexington:

1. 78 degrees is far to hot for comfort.

2. Lays Sweet Southern Hot BBQ chips are not for the faint of heart.

3. Three vodka-waters a day will surely keep the doctor away.

4. Getting good grades is always noted and applauded.

5. Switzerland is the best stance on everything.

Yesterday night I braved flying during the Superbowl on my return from New York City; 3.5 days to spend time with an old and dear friend (enter teeny-bopper music).

Things I learned in New York:

1. I will always enjoy a BudLight and a hot dog at a sporting event over anything else.

2. Twitter (or Tweeter, as Piper refers to it) and Facebook will be the demise of face to face contact.

3. If you plan on someone letting you down, chances are they will.

4. It may not be where you live, but it is how you spend your time.

5. Never assume that because you are eating at an Italian restaurant, the people are Italian; chances are they speak Spanish (and will indulge you to converse only in Spanish).

6. Never let your friend trump you in drinking bottles of wine because you'll end up with spaghetti on the floor.

Next up is a week in Canada. Moose is super excited! Can't wait for a wing-ding night and some ketchup chips!