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Mountain Timer
I have one year to discover Albuquerque. Uprooting from my comfort zone in Kansas City and moving to an area that is literally different (the terrain, the plants, the wildlife, the people) has been exciting and refreshing.
The experience poses a personal and professional challenge that falls right at a perfect time in my life. This one year isolation from my typical Kansas City routine constructs an environment where I can reflect on my personal goals and focus on my professional objective.
I do love Kansas City and my friends there, but the best part is I am coming back. I won't be the same, however, and I hope my friends won't either. This physical relocation makes it easy to measure and realize progress. One year can transform someone. It doesn't need to be a big or obvious transformation, but it should be a positive one.
I have lived the life of a New Mexican for two weeks now and have already dispelled one of my preconceived judgements about the area. Unlike my ignorant impression that Albuquerque was all brown and turquoise, the city does indeed have trees and grass. Kansas City's charm may lie with its large, green trees that change throughout the seasons, but Albuquerque can hold its own with its mountain view and clear skies that can be seen anywhere in the city.
To offer a flavor of my experience so far, below are pictures of the Sandia Mountains and the International Balloon Fiesta. The video is a short clip of a balloon take-off.
The experience poses a personal and professional challenge that falls right at a perfect time in my life. This one year isolation from my typical Kansas City routine constructs an environment where I can reflect on my personal goals and focus on my professional objective.
I do love Kansas City and my friends there, but the best part is I am coming back. I won't be the same, however, and I hope my friends won't either. This physical relocation makes it easy to measure and realize progress. One year can transform someone. It doesn't need to be a big or obvious transformation, but it should be a positive one.
I have lived the life of a New Mexican for two weeks now and have already dispelled one of my preconceived judgements about the area. Unlike my ignorant impression that Albuquerque was all brown and turquoise, the city does indeed have trees and grass. Kansas City's charm may lie with its large, green trees that change throughout the seasons, but Albuquerque can hold its own with its mountain view and clear skies that can be seen anywhere in the city.
To offer a flavor of my experience so far, below are pictures of the Sandia Mountains and the International Balloon Fiesta. The video is a short clip of a balloon take-off.
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