By Nicki Fagan
Nicki Fagan is a 24 year old, full-time Nanny living in Connecticut. She has psychology degree from Kansas State University and is doing what she loves - taking care of children and experiencing her life.
I moved to Connecticut a little over a year ago for a job after living in Kansas my whole life. It was definitely a hard adjustment at first, but I quickly realized that there are many perks to living in a new city, especially one that is only 45 minutes away from New York City. Growing up in Kansas doesn't really give you a broad view of all the different cultures America has to offer. When I get off the train in Grand Central I am consistently surprised by how many diverse people are busy hustling to get from one train to the next. It makes for wonderful people watching and a great chance to appreciate all forms of people. I've come to enjoy being surrounded by others that I can learn from.
New York City also has an unbelievable amount of quirky unique restaurants, bars, and shops. Every corner you turn holds a new treasure to discover that you haven't seen before. Unlike suburban Kansas, that mainly consists of standard staple stores, mass production, and chain restaurants, NYC is full of different locally owned businesses waiting to offer you the next up-and-coming thing.
There is also a much larger live music scene in NY. There is almost always some artist or band that I enjoy playing in the city. Everyone comes to NY to perform at least one time, if not two or three, throughout the course of a tour. And the venues here are so amazing. They add so much to a show making the whole experience that much better.
Don't get me wrong, I love Kansas (and all of the Midwest), but NYC definitely has many things that the Midwest cannot offer. After living 23 years of my life in one place it is nice to have a change of scenery and different opportunities.
-MNF
