Every year I marvel in the growth. It's uneven, just like in nature. Some parts seem to thrive while others continue to struggle without reason.
But this year... something seems different. I know my way around this town as well as some locals. I can even tell you when streets change name from one to another at some arbitrary intersection. On this trip I find myself struggling more often than usual. Many shops have moved or revitalized, bad roads converted to good roads, and signs of future growth abound. I sometimes feel lost for a moment and then realize "No, I'm not lost, there's just a lot more new things around."
A few examples:
But this year... something seems different. I know my way around this town as well as some locals. I can even tell you when streets change name from one to another at some arbitrary intersection. On this trip I find myself struggling more often than usual. Many shops have moved or revitalized, bad roads converted to good roads, and signs of future growth abound. I sometimes feel lost for a moment and then realize "No, I'm not lost, there's just a lot more new things around."
A few examples:
- Upon walking off the plane I entered the new immigration and customs building. It's massive and reasonably modern. I thought they just remodeled?
- Streets that were under basic construction last year are now being finished as divided boulevards.
- I saw a coming soon sign for a Courtyard Marriott. Seriously.
This isn't a bad thing, it's just a little disconcerting. It feels like we reached some invisible milestone. I wish I knew what it was so I could raise a glass and celebrate appropriately. Instead it looks like my recognition will be spent standing on a sidewalk wondering if I took a wrong turn, only to spot a familiar landmark and crack a smile.
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