The holidays are a time of travel for millions. This year of was one of those millions. I left work early on 12/23 to pack and catch the train to my sister's house. Apparently there was a power outage at NJ Transit because none of the train times that I saw corresponded with my brother-in-law saw online. Eventually, I got on a train to Hamilton where they picked me up and we set off for Pennsylvania. I always love seeing them - I love telling them all my crazy stories.
Every time I get home, I am overwhelmed with this moment of intense anxiety and chaos. The dogs are barking and running around and we're trying to unpack things. But, my mom is always happy to see me and that makes me feel good. It was good to be home for those few days. I got some really great gifts - things that I need (socks and my white t-shirts) and wants (H&M gift cards and money). I always remember to appreciate my family when I go home. My mom is so amazing. She goes out of her way to cater to us. She cleans, which always baffles me because I lived there for years. It was cool to race slotcars with Sam and just talk. It means a lot that my family is still pretty close.
On Christmas Day, I went to my grandpop's to visit my dad and his side of the family. We started a new family tradition - going to Harrah's (next to the Chester prison) on Christmas Day. We had a great time. I lost the $25 that the casino gave me, put I made $5 on the $20 that I spent out of my pocket. $5 and a free soda sounds like winning to me. It was nice to see Grandpop and my aunts and uncles. But, it was best to see Aunt Honey. She was always one of my favorite relatives. She is such a sweet person and it breaks my heart to know that she's alone. I can imagine who lonely she must be, but then again she and I again are somewhat similiar.
After a brief 3 days home, it was time to come back to the city. I like visiting my hometown, but it's not my home anymore. I live in New Yorker and I like the city. The silence and space in PA is just weird to me now. The train back to the city was uber packed, which I don't really understand. How does Amtrak sell more tickets than it has seats? That's just silly.
But, I am home and enjoying the (city) peace and quiet, which is totally different from the country (peace and quiet). Now my plans include: relaxing, finishing 3 months worth of FlashForward, and hitting the gym hardcore.
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