An Apology Letter to Anyone Visiting Lubbock for the First Time

Dear Visitor,

First of all, welcome to Lubbock. Second of all, we're sorry.

We'd like to begin by addressing the wind. You probably noticed it immediately. It will be in your hair, your eyes, your car, and somehow, your attitude, before too long. We don't control it. We don't understand it. We've just learned to deal with it like the roommate who won't stop eating your cereal.

Next, the smell.

Sometimes, it's there. Sometimes, it's not. Sometimes it shows up out of nowhere like you owe it money. Don't ask questions. Just breathe through your mouth.

If you’ve attempted to drive anywhere, you may be wondering why everything feels both 10 minutes away and somehow 25 minutes at the same time. That’s just how distance works here. Also, if someone told you, “It’s not that far,” please understand that's not legally binding.

You also may have noticed how nice people are here. Like, suspiciously nice. Strangers will hold the door open for you and wave you through traffic. This is not a trick. We're just like that. You're welcome.

Now, onto our food.

We don't mess around with food here. If you're hungry, it won't be for long. There's also a real chance that if a restaurant "doesn't look like much," it's absolutely delicious. Go there.

For all of its quirks and randomness, Lubbock has a way of growing on you. If you don't plan on sticking around, you'd better hurry up and go before you're stuck here forever!

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