What now seems like a long time ago, I left the comfort of my small town, where I felt I no longer fit in.

But, after visiting a few times I realized... maybe it isn't all that bad. There were so many things I missed that made me think- maybe I was well, kinda wrong about my hometown.

1. My Family

Whenever I take that long hour and a half/ two-hour drive (depending on the traffic) all that I can think about is how I cannot wait to see my family. My mom, dad, brother, and on occasion my grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins they make everything worth while! Even though I may not fit into the small little town, but my family makes everything better.

2. The Backroads

When I lived in Edmeston there were times where I just needed to get out and drive. Maybe after a rough night at work or just can't keep my mind off things I would always take a drive down Edmeston/Burlington Flats back roads. There is not a day that goes by that I do not miss those back roads. Blaring the music, maybe a friend or two with me. I love it and miss it.

3. The True Hometown Friends

In my last article I stated that people don't remember you for who you are. Well, I was wrong. I was horribly wrong. When I released that article I had the true friends comment on it saying how it wasn't how they remembered me. That made me realize, wow, I'm not always known as the girl who was bullied or plus sized. I was known for bigger and better things. I can't help but thank them for that.

4. High School

Again, in my last article about how I didn't fit in I said how I was always bullied in high school. The thing is, high school made me realize that the reason that I am so kind to others is because others weren't to me. So, I guess in all honesty the bullying caused me to be the way I am today. I guess I have my bullies to thank for that!

5. Everyone knows Everybody

This could be good this could be bad. Everyone knows everybody. Pretty much it comes down to everyone knows your business. Which if you have someone who likes to gossip, make sure you keep the personal stuff to yourself. There is always one person. However, there are a lot of people who if they know what is going on in your life they want to help. They are there for you and that is like my hometown.

In the end, I was somewhat wrong about my last article. I still don't exactly feel welcomed in the places I go to, but I know in a way I still do kinda fit it because I sure do miss my hometown. Just take me back to the back roads, the music, and my family.