One of the things we missed most in Texas was "real grass". The grass there was thick, rough, and very poky. It was also just about the only kind of grass that was hearty enough to stand up to the heat and climate--and it was better than rocks. :) We also missed the big, green, beautiful parks that had been so plentiful in Michigan--that we also had taken for granted. The parks where we lived were playgrounds surrounded by fences, with no green space, or very little. My kids craved space, and living without it was HARD.
When we arrived in New York, one of the first things we went looking for was the nearest park. We didn't have to look too far--there's a huge park on just about every corner, with yes, REAL grass!! Our favorites include one that's next to the library, and our elementary school. Last week we explored another one just a couple of miles away--a vast space with a huge duck pond, awesome bridge, wooded paths, and several playgrounds. None of us wanted to leave!
It's true...you don't know what you have until it's gone. We will never take it for granted again. :)
