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  • I moved from NYC to Denver 3 months ago. Here are 10 things that surprise me about my new home so far.

I moved from NYC to Denver 3 months ago. Here are 10 things that surprise me about my new home so far.

Monica HumphriesSep 1, 2021, 16:23 IST

Side-by-side images of the author in New York City and Denver, Colorado.Monica Humphries/Insider

  • I moved from New York City to Denver, Colorado, in June.
  • There are some major differences between the two places I've called home.
  • From a beloved state flag to a better work-life balance, here's what has surprised me the most.
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New York City always felt like a temporary home.

I made friends and memories that will last a lifetime but I knew New York City was never a permanent place to call home. Abby Narishkin

So this summer, I moved to Denver, Colorado.

I moved out of my two-bedroom apartment, packed my car, and embarked on the 27-hour drive to Denver, Colorado. Monica Humphries/Google maps
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In the three months since moving, a number of things that have surprised me.

The author at St. Mary's Glacier, a popular Colorado hike. Amanda Slater

Everywhere you go, athleisure is welcome - and expected.

I was surprised to see Tevas, water bottles, and running shorts at my first concert at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. Monica Humphries/Insider
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There's a strong love for the Colorado flag.

Larimer Square in Denver, Colorado, is lined with the state flag. Arina P Habich/ShutterStock

A magical green-chile sauce coats burritos, pizzas, and burgers.

A burrito and chilaquiles with green-chile sauce. Monica Humphries/Insider
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Compared to New Yorkers, Coloradans have a better work-life balance.

Four-mile hikes after work are a normal part of my week now. Emily Robb

I'm still digging into Denver's thriving food scene.

Chinatown in New York City. Monica Humphries/Insider
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Breweries are everywhere.

Bruz Beer in Denver, Colorado. John Leyba/Getty Images

Unlike New York City, it feels like Denver and its surrounding towns have two spring seasons: one in the lower altitudes, and one in the mountains.

Even as late as September I'm still spotting wildflowers. Monica Humphries/Insider
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People joked that it's always sunny, and they're not wrong.

Paddleboarding outside of Denver, Colorado. Katie Sproles

I knew fires and smoke were a consequence of living in Denver, but I hadn't realized how it would impact my daily life.

Denver, at the top of the list for worst air quality in the world. AirVisual
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I have more bruises, scrapes, and bumps in three months than in my three years in New York City, and I couldn't be happier.

A scrape from my latest rollerblading fall. Danielle Flanagan
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