Silicon Valley

I heard so much about Silicon Valley (SV). I feel the impacts of that illusive place everyday as I use the internet. Today (technically last night), for the first time, I actually stepped foot onto that sacred ground.

There's definitely something different and unique about SV. It's buzzing with tech start-ups and venture capital firms. Yet at the same time, geographically, it's just like any other suburban city in CA - quaint, safe, peaceful, and perfect for family raising.

I was born and raised in CA. While I like CA, I can't help but fight the feeling that returning to CA is like taking a step back (for me). I've always cherished the biblical image of a bird leaving its nest once fully grown and matured. Thus, I left CA for college and never really returned.

SV is sort of a compromise (I suppose). It's not exactly home (home is near Los Angeles). But it's familiar enough to invoke that warm homey sentiment.

Even so, with my passion for Asia, I can definitely see myself in Hong Kong, Tokyo, or even Seoul.