Becoming a local

It's weird that a couple weeks ago this place was another strange city and now it already feels like home.  I pretty much already know my way around the Phoenix area.  Granted, when the roads are laid out in giant grids it's not that hard to figure out how to get from one place to another.

Mill Avenue at night

Work has been good.  I've definitely been busy.  Most of what I've been doing is evaluating potential cases for the institute.  I've been getting to use a lot of the stuff I learned in state and local government with Prof. Ringhand.  One of the main rules I've been working off of is Dillon's Rule, a rule that states that a municipality only has the power that is granted by the state.  It's definitely interesting stuff; it's nice to enjoy my work.

I went out on Mill Avenue last night with a few guys from work.  It's a really cool area to walk around, lots of nice bars and restaurants.  My plan is to check out at least one new place each weekend.  Last night we went to Fuzzy's and had a few beers.  I know there is one in Athens, but I have never been to that one, so I still think it qualifies as new.

I've already have a favorite local beer -- the kilt lifter from Four Peaks Brewery.  I'll be curious to see if I can find it anywhere in the southeast.

I'll also be trying to find some good places to watch soccer.  The US has some world cup qualifiers coming up, plus Euro 2012 starts next week.  Should be good.