Personal Narrative: My Life In Phoenix, Arizona

I spent most of my life surrounded by fragrant pine trees, rocky mountains, and sometimes extremely cold winters. At least one year ago, my family and I moved to a place that is the exact opposite of Colorado which was Phoenix, Arizona. Months before moving, we got rid of all clothing that resembled winter apparel because we all knew it was not going to be needed again. When moving to a new location, it the time to embrace new change, different cultures and certainly different weather climates. When I found out that my father’s job was transferred to sunny Phoenix, Arizona, I was shocked to say the least. I was in my junior year of high school attending a traditional academy in which I was enrolled in since the 3rd grade. All of my friends

We unloaded heated cardboard boxes from the truck that contained necessities we needed for the night. We spent weeks sorting out our belongings and started filling the home with furniture, appliances and everything you need for a house. It was refreshing to be surrounded by new purchases and a new house that smelled like new carpet. This was a time in which we would basically start as a blank slate. There are not too many times in life where this is possibly but it should be cherished because not many people can experience it. You are used to seeing the same buildings, people and landscape but it’s a different experience when you don’t know the names of your neighbors or where the closest gas station is. Moving to a new state has taught me in a multitude of ways. I have learned how to embrace change, acclimate to a new city and cultures, and to look for the silver lining with that cloud. Even though I miss Colorado, I wouldn’t move back if given the chance. There will always be times where I am able to visit and times when I can simply send my old friends a text. I learned that moving is an important time in one’s life that should be looked at with a positive