New move New town

First day of racing season and the downtown was bustling when I went to mail a letter...its also gala season with the white party and any other color title party theme you can imagine...I need to remember that racing is part of the cultural and economy of the area and all these galas raise money for needy causes...but the dichotomy of rich and poor in this area is still giving me pause...Silly hats and dapper clothes collide with the same homeless I see seeking a place in the shade downtown...I miss home...but do I also miss that suburban lifestyle that inoculates you against seeing the reality of life for so many...I know I miss friends...it was a grace to have Ben's friend Sam visit this week and I eagerly await our friends Pat and Dave who should be soon be knocking on our door...Welcome...Welcome to this home and to this place I am still trying to figure out