We've been asked several times in the last couple of weeks, and we haven't quite landed on an answer. It's not really the kind of question that most people have to give any thought. But, we've given it quite a bit.
Most recently, we're from Oakland, California. And, while we feel no sense of loyalty or hometown spirit about the place, that's probably the most accurate, if not the most heartfelt, response.
Our new address says we're from Livingston, Texas. So, we've tried that one on a time or two. But, it's a bit tough to call a place you've never been to home, just because your mail passes through there. Once we have Texas drivers licenses and plates on the moose and squirrel, we might feel a bit more comfortable calling that great state home.
As native Kansans, we could claim that we're from the Sunflower State. But, having not lived there for nearly 10 years, that doesn't ring quite true for us either.
During our travels today, we received a sage piece of advice on the matter from da Godfadda. He shared a story of some newbie fulltimers he knew who wrestled with the same issue as they crossed the border into Canada. Their complex answer to a very simple question had them stopped by the the border patrol for hours.
So, when we make the ferry crossing to Victoria next month, we have our answer ready: We're from California. But, for everyone else who asks the question, we're still working on a good answer.
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Sheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesh....this isn't hard at all!!!...You are from ya mama and ya daddy!!!
We are military folk and always answer the question, "right here". It works every time. It might be different going into Canada, so we'll say St. Louis, MO. (that's where our kids are). Happy traveling!
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