I’m slowly coming around to Nashville. \u00a0The city and I have been slow to warm up to each other. \u00a0Fear of leaving my first love has kept me stand offish and afraid to fully embrace this new city. \u00a0After realizing that I was being a bit of a hater I’ve decided to take a look on the positive side.<\/p>\n
Things I like about Nashville:<\/p>\n
– The outline of the city as you approach downtown. \u00a0Memphis lacked this due to topography. \u00a0You could only appreciate the view coming from Arkansas across the bridge. \u00a0Now I get to see a great view driving 30 seconds up my street.<\/p>\n
– Local restaurants. \u00a0I’m very happy with the wide variety of food choices across the city. \u00a0I’ve yet to have a bad experience dining out.<\/p>\n
– Hills. \u00a0Memphis is flat. \u00a0I like the views and beauty the hills provide.<\/p>\n
– Shopping. \u00a0I know it’s shallow, but I love the Whole Foods, West Elm, and Container Store here. \u00a0Shopping options from groceries to furniture are much more diverse.<\/p>\n
– Flights. \u00a0MEM is unfortunately clinging to life after being slowly beaten down by Delta. \u00a0BNA is thriving with a LOT of cheap Southwest options. \u00a0Still not a major hub, but definitely a place to find a deal.<\/p>\n
– Live music. \u00a0To the detriment of Memphis, Nashville gets a lot of touring shows. \u00a0I’ve been to the Ryman three times already and have seen acts that I would otherwise not have had the chance to see.<\/p>\n
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Maybe I’ll make room in my heart for this city after all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
I’m slowly coming around to Nashville. \u00a0The city and I have been slow to warm up to each other. \u00a0Fear of leaving my first love has kept me stand offish and afraid to fully embrace this new city. \u00a0After realizing that I was being a bit of a hater I’ve decided to take a look… <\/p>\n