JRO’s top 5 reasons for loving the USA as observed by an American.*

Dear readers, for the first time in the history of ever, this blog is proud to present a guest blogger. Enjoy!

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1. Long and warm winter days (in select cities).

2. Mountains, volcanoes, and oceans (not seas).

3. Shopping sprees. At flea markets, outlet malls, and Whole Foods.

4. Starbucks. In a variety of sizes.

5. Friendly drivers. And people.

* This list is presented in no particular order; though if it were ranked in order of JRO’s preference, it’s likely that Starbucks and shopping would be tied for first place.