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A Spontaneous Decision

By Dianna Bowes

I was born in Edmonton and lived here for 30 years. As a child I shopped at the local Farmers' Markets with my grandfather, walked the paths and felt a part of the community. When we started our family, we decided as many young families do, to move to the 'burbs. I loved living in the bubble of the suburbs, the smaller town atmosphere, and really had no desire to move back into Edmonton.

Then with a spontaneous decision, we moved back into the hub of Edmonton after 20 years in the bubble. I have to tell you, I had some resistance to leaving my safety net!

Oh my goodness, I have re-entered the real world. I feel as if I am rediscovering my city. Little Italy, China Town, Highlands, the downtown core...what has happened?! This city has changed, and I was only a few miles away and had no idea. Around every corner is an opportunity to discover something new. Why anyone would leave this city in the summer for a vacation somewhere else is beyond me...there is an energy here that is contagious. I am going to vacation here this summer. I am going to be a tourist in my own city. There are so many activities I have never been a part of, and this summer is the year. With all the festivals, and the smaller events put on by local businesses and organizations, you could spend every weekend right here. I don't want to miss a thing...

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Comments about this Story

AMEN!!! I have been an Edmontonian all my life and I am inspired by your story. Edmonton has so much to offer, yet even those of us that live here walk arround unaware of our fabulous city and miss out on all it has to offer. You go Girl !
24-Jun-09 by John

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