Calgary: 1.5 Years Later...

My sisters (Messalina and Marcia) and I
Originally uploaded by melissatiro.

... In my “right side” of the train track neighbourhood, the bus still only comes every 30 minutes
...I do not live in the boonies anymore, there seems to be apartments growing everywhere farther away from the city
...Calgary has embraced cultural diversity (finally!) in the form of restaurants. In particular I’ve counted many Indian and Ethiopian restaurants.
...Chinook winds are still a blessing in a city that can get very cold. It's been 0 degrees or above since I've arrivec
...All the malls have gotten facelifts- the dodgy ones are not so dodgy anymore
...Most of my friends have bought condos thanks to a great economy (translated to salary). You have to love a booming oiltown!
...Meeting good friends for lunch, coffee or dinner have been a great way to catch up and share the past, present and future. It’s good to know that conversations can still last for hours much like before. Thanks!
...The relatives and family friends circle keeps on growing- there have been babies born while I was gone and many more that have grown up (including my own sister)
...My family is still loud but loveable.

This quote comes to mind to express my experience so far: Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose. (The more things change, the more they remain the same).

I am thankful for this.

Happy Holidays, Everyone!