Shiny objects

While not completely shallow, I do enjoy items of convenience. A few items of note that I have found here that are utterly devoid in New York (and New Jersey as well):

  • People are nice and kind to each other for no apparent reason. I’m am still leery of this, and am proceeding with both suspicion and reserved excitement.
  • Local news aired story about a woman who found a Cheeto she claimed looked like Jesus (Cheesus) and made fun of her on air.
  • We registered both cars, had one inspected first, and applied for new drivers licenses. Total elapsed time: 60 minutes, including a trip home for forgotten paperwork. Oh, and everyone at the DMV was clearly understandable and downright nice.
  • Local grocery is like the spawn of a Whole Foods and a Kroger. Nice selection, decent prices, open 24 hours, plays Ben Folds while you shop.
  • Home Depot is clean, well-stocked, and staff is friendly.
  • All Starbucks have drive-through windows.