Oklahoma. I was born and raised here, and most of my life has been spent in the Metro. Many feel that Oklahoma is boring, but I like how you can go from country to city living in only a matter of miles. My life is mainly centered around college right now, so of course I especially love Oklahoma for the University.
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Tarlac, Philippines. My mother is from the Philippines, and I have visited multiple times over the years. Majority of her family reside there, and it's always fun to visit and catch up with them. Although my family doesn't live near the coasts, the country is still so beautiful. I know the beaches are beautiful, but I love seeing this side of the Philippines and the rawness of landscape.
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Vacaville/San Fransisco, California. I absolutely love the Bay Area, and during the break I was able to visit my family who lives there! Vacaville is sandwiched between San Fran and Sacramento, and somewhat has a small town feel to it. The hills and the openness of this area certainly reminds me of Oklahoma, and my dream is to move out there either after or for medical school. After visiting, I have no doubt in my mind that this area of Cali is where I would like to end up. It gives me motivation to work harder in school, and gives me something to work towards in general.
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It's so much fun getting to meet people all over again, Liza-Ann! I knew about your connection with the Philippines, but I needed a reminder! In Indian Epics, there are all kinds of South Asian connections to make, since the epics spread to many different places; not the Philippines so much, but in Thailand, Indonesia, etc. there is so much from the Ramayana and Mahabharata that has become part of their cultural traditions. Exciting stuff - I hope you will enjoy the class!
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