Eastern Pennsylvania is pretty, particularly in summer, lots of trees, hills, green. But – the landscape as a whole does not resonate with me. I have to find something in the landscape that does resonate with me.
I found something. I love the little creek in my hometown. I love the play of the light, how it sparkles in the sun. I love the musical sounds, the water. The part of the creek I like is narrow and not deep. Oddly enough, it makes me think of Thumbelina, from the Hans Christian Anderson story, a person the size of a thumb. For her the creek would be a river. I looked at the creek and I thought the “rapids” might be too much for her, but perhaps not if she was in a little leaf boat!
The Creek, August 2009
I also like the local swimming pool, the best community pool I’ve ever been to, ever. Swimming (when it’s not raining) in the summer weather of heat and humidity – great fun! Don’t let the clown trash container fool you. Look at that lap lane – this is a wonderful pool!
Hometown Pool, August 2009
Amarez - feels like home 
There ARE parts of PA that are gorgeous, I love the creek and bridge by your house! Welcome to PA! 😀
Thanks for the welcome, Jerle!
Yes – there are beautiful parts of Pennsylvania. The thing to do is to find what appeals to me.
I’m not sure where I’ll end up yet. I’ll be in the area but it might be a nearby state. New Jersey would be good because of the ocean!