HOMECOMING!!

In 6 days I'll be back in the US!!! Albeit only briefly (I'm only home for a week), but home none the less. I'm definitely enjoying my time in Dominica and am glad I'm not leaving here for good yet (we'll see when that happens, but I still haven't lost my love of the place yet). It will be good to go back to the US for several reasons.
Firstly, HOT SHOWERS!! Don't get me wrong, it's usually pretty hot here so a cold to lukewarm shower is actually quite pleasant. However, getting a cold to lukewarm shower in the morning (when it's still in the low to mid 70's outside) is kind of chilling to wake up to (but yes, it does wake you up in the morning). Plus since it's going to be in the 30's to 50's at home (and I'm used to 70's and 80's), I'll definitely need hot showers to keep me warm.
Secondly, STARBUCKS!!! I was one of those people back in the states that lived at Starbucks. I went every morning (and if you figure out how much you're spending per year by doing that your jaw will hit the floor!). Dominica doesn't have a Starbucks (but Rituals is a good stand-in). The first time I see a Starbucks (in some airport on my way home probably), it's a grande non-fat pumpkin spice latte (if they still have it, if not then the good 'ole standby of a grande no-foam skinny vanilla latte will do).
Thirdly, OPTIONS!! Don't get me wrong, you can find everything you need in Dominica. Note I said need, not want. Usually here you only have one option and that's what you get. I can't wait to be able to go into a store or restaurant and be able to choose from more than one thing that I like to eat or try! I've actually gotten used to it here and don't mind it. But sometimes it is nice to have a variety.
Word of warning...I got used to living like this in Australia (though not quite as rugged) and when I stepped off that plane in LA, I wanted to go right back to Australia. Hopefully it won't be that bad this time. And if it is...at least I'm only home for a week!!