Vacations to exotic islands and road trips to big cities are always a blast! But there really is nothing better than pulling back onto the familiar roads you know all too well. It's not just your town, it's your home.
Perk #1: Hometown Traditions
Whether it's the annual homecoming parade or the town's October Fest, everyone loves coming together to celebrate tradition.
Perk #2: Everyone Knows Your Name
Some people like to think that's a bad thing, but it's not! Everyone wants to be around people they know and people who know them. Being a part of a community makes life a lot more enjoyable!
Perk #3: Smaller Graduating Class
It feels good sitting in that chair with your cap and gown on and knowing everyone walking across that stage. You grew up with everyone surrounding you, and you learned to live and love those people. There's always going to be a sense of pride within you for your graduating class.
Perk #4: School Pride
Whether you're in school or an alum, your closet is filled with your local high school apparel. Sports games, band concerts, play productions or an art show—supporting your local high school feels good, and you'll never be bored!
Perk #5: Fundraising
"Would you like to buy a Boston Butt? A Yankee Candle? A ticket to the pancake breakfast on Saturday morning?" It's always a yes.
Perk #6: High School Best Friends
Your high school best friends will be your best friends for life. You'll make new friends in college and at your job, but living in a small town creates a sense of closeness that can never be replaced. There's something special about your group of high school best friends!
Perk #7: Neighbors
When you're growing up in a small town, your neighbors become your best friends. You'd walk down the road to knock on your neighbor's door and ask them if they want to come out and play. If you didn't have a swimming pool, then your neighbor did. If you didn't have a trampoline, then your neighbor did. If you ran out of eggs—your neighbor had some!
