Five Quick Things My First Year in Washington D.C. Taught Me
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Posted by Blake the Megalomaniac (Follow Me)- Blake the Megalomaniac is a graduate of Virginia Tech and now lives the Adams Morgan section of Washington DC. - To see more posts by this author click here |
~There is a huge difference between simply living in the city AND embracing the city. There is also a huge difference between claiming you live in Washington D.C. (which I once did frequently) insinuating you enjoy all the privileges (and hardships) of a city dweller and living 10 miles outside of the city. [Bethesda and Arlington residents, you've earned this guy's respect and my D.C. tested seal of approval.]
~When parallel parking (coming in & going out) ain’t nothing wrong with some bumper-to-bumper music as long as you don’t leave a mark (or as long as you don’t check to see whether you hit it hard enough to leave a mark).
~People love reading so much that they’ll walk down the sidewalk and read their book even in 15 degree weather.
~Pedestrians have the right-of-way and they’ll damn sure die for it. For a post of injured pedestrians click here and for a picture of a totaled automobile hit by a drunk driver click here)
~Coffee Shops in the city set themselves apart by being what others want to be but are not, namely inviting, warm, comfortable, and a hub of fellowship. I got mine, Tryst. Check it out when you get a chance.
In conclusion, if you haven’t ventured out to the city lately you should try it. It may be a hassle, it may be a trek but as most of my friends are finding out when they come visit me it’s more than worth it. The people are more open (not more friendly just more open) than in other less populated areas. Until next time, the Mega is out: udothedishes . . .
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It is up to the youth of this city to establish a new cultural relevance. There are way too many young people in this area for us to not control and reinvent the popular culture of D.C. The night life is beginning to boom, with a very diverse amount of clubs and night spots to entertain. Everything from the state theater and clarend0n ballroom in Arlington, to the D.C. Improv and the diverse night spots in Dupont and Georgetown. This city is on the brink and I’m very happy that I’m here to experience the renaissance. I used to live in the District and loved the experience. Next up needs to be a strong local music scene ie: Future, Wale, etc. followed by a surge in new fashion and style. We are the youth of the nation. Time to represent… ya dig?
do em’
Look out for Buddah Bar opening in China town on Mass Ave. Also K street strip from 15th to 22nd is growing every weekend.
Tattoo
Muse
18th St. Lounge
Just some of the places where I’ve had a good time.
cool. hope DC is fun. ill probably never truly live in a city unless i start making real cash. i do like old town as i spend more time around it, cool little shops/restaurants, close enough to DC but also far enough away. w/ two kids, city life would be difficult, we may see here in a year or two if i move back
I live on a street with about 20 row houses and the families have kids and I’ve gathered that city kids are either hyper-privileged or uber-well adjusted (or below subsistence level). I think I will raise my kids as city kids so they’ll either be someone like Carlton Banks or Will Smith.
I love when I’m asked, “So you live *in* the city?” You called it about the voracious readers in DC and how coffee houses have character and add to the community. Who doesn’t love Tryst?
Oh, and if you tap my bumper, you better make sure to check to see if you left a mark. *smile*
The Megalo has been tappin all kinda bumpers. Ever since high school. Ya dig?