Small Town USA Blog

1. The school systems are better. Class rooms aren’t as crowded witch gives students more personalized instruction. There are also more personalized tutoring programs available with stronger family support. Pass rates are higher and chances of scholarships are increased through a wider range of extra curricular activities. Athletic departments are greatly encouraged by the community and include more local scholarship programs available to young athletes.

2. Crime rates are lower. The communities are smaller with fewer strangers passing threw. Neighbors try to look out for each Read More »

When we move to a new town, the first thing we want to do is get settled in. And, we want it to feel like home. Getting to know your neighbors in a small town is included in that; it’s part of settling in. A nice way of doing this is the casual “Hi” when you’re out and about, maybe planting some rose or shrubs and other gardening tasks at your new home, and your neighbor Read More »

What is it about smaller towns, with their friendlier faces. Is it the warmth of a smile from a stranger and a hello or other greeting that effects a change in you? It does in me. I grew up in New York City, the antithesis of a small town. There are friendly people there, but they are guarded, tending to hide their individual personalities in a larger group identity. People bustle by you, crowds of too many faces gather waiting for street lights to change color to green.
The first time I visited Read More »