u/TExPatInYallbany

Good times, gratitude
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Good times, gratitude

I’m coming off a bad run in the world of work - transitioning from a job I absolutely hated to, what so far, looks to a really welcoming environment. I’ve been off work for a week now, assuming a new position next week. Lots of time to mental floss that boooooosheit from my brain.

So far I’ve flown out to see my (former Texan) family who found their forever home in Colorado, which was heartening.

I picked some apples outside of Syracuse yesterday and went to Salt City Market. Delicious!

I’m feeling early arrival in Albany memories returning for me. The fall is bewitching around town and around the state. Just came in from a walk from Downtown into Center Square and the park. Gorgeous evening, lots of people out. If only I could get a coffee after 5pm in my neighborhood….

Been off IG/FB/TT for a year and took up disposable camera photography. I take pics of my hikes and walks for my friends and family and send them letters and pictures. They love it and I love it, too. Albany has its problems, no doubt. There’s a lot to be grateful for, however. I’m older, so simple things induce gratitude and praise from me. Looking through my iPhone gallery for a fall picture sent me back to all the cool things I’ve done creatively and the really neat people I’ve met so far. Lots to praise. I made the right choice moving up here.

Happy Fall, Y’all! 🍁 🍎

u/TExPatInYallbany — 10 days ago
▲ 27 r/Albany

Balkan Roots Market

I finally made it over there today. What a great store! I have no idea what I’m looking at (in terms of what the labels read) but I looked at everything, as I enjoy browsing import stores.

We’re really lucky to have at least 4 ethnic markets along Central Ave, probably lots more I haven’t discovered yet.

At any rate, it’s really nice to have access to culture and authenticity in this time of food enshitification and shrinkflation. I bought Turkish coffee, drinking chocolate and olives. Will definitely be back.

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u/TExPatInYallbany — 2 months ago