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small towns have always played a predominant role in my life and travels....it's hard to think of just one. My work takes me to many small towns and villages in and around Fredericton. Some, I always get a warm feeling when heading in...a sense of welcome and a sense of community seems to permeate the place. Gagetown is like that. I always have the feeling that I could easily settle there and fit in.
Last week, I was in a town called McAdam to visit a client. It has definately seen better days. Because it's off the beaten path (though only 5 mins. from the border) it seems very isolated and closed to new people and "fresh breezes." Poverty and fatigue permeate this place.
I shared my feelings with the client....told her that I knew there was a supportive sense of community in McAdam, but I never see it or feel it. She agreed.....thought everyone knows one another and they are supportive, most families are struggling to get by. They keep to themselves because they don't have much to offer outwardly.
As far as your neck of the woods? I spent a few years in K-W and LOVED the small towns and villages in the area......Elmira, St. Jacobs......like going back in time.
The small towns along the 401? from Cornwall to Colburg? A trip I've made MANY times like you? What sticks out in my mind are Canadian Tires and small fast food strips at the exits.... :)
Feb 24, 2007, 7:46:00 AM
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