Prestwick blues

To quote a man at Prestwick train station chatting to a young student girl:

"There's not a lot going on in Prestwick, it's not got much to offer young people. It's a retirement place. Once most of them get a taste of the big city, with all it's bright lights and nightlife, they don't want to come back. Nothing happens here."

- He took the words right out of my mouth!

Let me start at the beginning...

Founded in the 10th century, Prestwick (meaning "place of priests") was....
- Oh never mind all that shite! Prestwick is not a bad place, by any standards - In fact I believe it has become a desirable place to live. It's by the sea, has a golf course, swimming pool, cricket club, tennis club etc. In fact, it's got a lot going for it. However that doesn't alter the fact that I'm living there with my parents and I'm fast becoming BORED OUT OF MY MIND!!

My parents have lived there for nearly 20 years. When I started 3rd year of uni, I moved up to Glasgow. I was nervous at first but soon wondered what all the fuss was about. I realised that I loved living in the city, and was annoyed at myself for not leaving home sooner.

In fact, my whole perspective of life was altered for the better. Among many other things, I enjoyed the independence. I enjoyed shopping, washing and cooking (pierce film lid, open microwave door, place food inside, close door) for myself, and felt more content than when I was at home.

However, come the end of uni, I moved back home to Prestwick, and will live there for at least another few weeks.
I can't really complain though, as my parents aren't putting any pressure on me whatsoever (putting trust in me that I'll sort my life out soon) and the size of the house means that we don't get in the way of each other. My sister also is living there at the moment.
In fact, I should consider myself very lucky.

However, despite these privileges and home comforts, there is only so many films I can watch and so many lengths of Prestwick pool I can do. Also, I don't play golf or cricket, so that narrows down the options somewhat. Therefore there will come a time soon when I have no choice but to get a job of some description. However, I recently got the complete "Father Ted" on DVD so not just yet!

Glasgow, I miss you; I miss the bright lights, the vibrant atmosphere, the multicultural feel - and even the neds!