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Home For The Holidays

Kansas City, you're something special.

Sierra Sparks
Dec 19, 2016
Lipscomb University
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Home For The Holidays
Douglas Jones

I grew up in Kansas City. It's where I developed a love for sightseeing at the Memorial, QuickTrip Freezonis and hammock frates (friend dates) at Loose Park. It's where I established a life-long friend group, and of course, it's where my family is. Kansas City is home.

Each and every time I return, I'm welcomed by this overwhelming sense of comfort. It's like this city knows what I love most in the world, and it showers me with this love daily.

Don't get me wrong, I love where I go to school. I've developed this new place in my heart for the South, as well. The people I've met and the opportunities I've been given are truly amazing. I feel blessed to know that two special cities have impacted my life, but let's face it, Kansas City will always be home.

There's just something about it.

I don't know what exactly it is, but there's that something, that thing that always pulls me back. But I personally think it has a lot to do with the people. The people you meet in KC will be sure to change in your life for the better. They're full of generosity and kindness. They'll welcome you with gracious hospitality, and you'll surely have an unhealthy amount of smiles sent your way.

Kansas City is great, but imagine Kansas City and Christmas mixed together -- oh, that's even better! What I love most about Christmas in Kansas City is the holiday spirit. I love walking around the Plaza, indulging in the bright lights and going to Crown Center to fake my way through the pain of ice skating. I even enjoy scouting out the best places in Union Station to take pictures by so my mom can use them for our Christmas card. It's the little things in life about Kansas City that leave a lasting impression!

Now, some might disagree and say Kansas is nothing but flatland, and we're all subjected to our own opinions, but Kansas City is so much more than that. It's a place where all are greeted with open, loving arms!

Honestly, there's no place like home.

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