We Got It Good

With the sole exception of when I'm returning from the Ozarks, I always find that taking a trip reminds me of just how good “we got it” (to use an old RCGA slogan) in St. Louis. Over the weekend, I went to Indiana for my grandfather's birthday. It was a fine enough trip, but I have to admit it felt really great to see the “The People of Illinois Welcome You” sign as I left Indiana and even better when I saw the “Welcome to Missouri” signs (complete with the official “Where the Rivers Run” stylized logo).

I may be biased, but I just love Missouri. The hills, the trees, the personality of the cities — I just love it. Indiana seems so flat and (no offense to anyone from there that might read this) bland. This wasn't the best time to visit, since the trees were all bare, but even when there is some green scenery, I still find something oddly uncomfortable there.

In other words, it's good to be home.