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I Am Thankful For My Small Town Values

Big city...I am coming for you, but not without my small town values.

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Big city...I am coming for you, but not without my small town values.

Yes, people might be able to fly over the Midwest and not have a clue what state is where or think we all must be farmers, but that is not true. I can genuinely tell you that growing up in the state of Iowa has been one of the biggest blessings in life so far and I am sure many people in states all around the Midwest can testify to that as well.

What have I learned from growing up in a small town?

Manners are everything

I can tell you, hands down, that "Iowa nice" is a thing. As someone who loves to travel, it warms my heart when people ask where I am from because I have such nice or caring mannerisms and manners. When thinking about living in a city one day, I feel confident that I will be able to leave my own mark. While submerging into the hustle and bustle, I feel confident that I have learned to have a backbone but know how to treat others with the utmost respect.

I appreciate land

While it can be easy to feel envy towards the people who have the privilege of looking at an ocean view each morning or the ones who are able to wake up to a beautiful city view. But, I am thankful I grew up the way I did. It has been a personal privilege to be thankful for the beauty that surrounds me.

I find peace and happiness in taking long car rides and finding views that are unbeatable. I also feel I have a deeper appreciation for a city just because compared to where I grew up, they seem to be on opposite spectrums of the world. I know after I move to a city, I will be able to wake up and appreciate the view, but coming home to the sweet land of Iowa will bring back so many wonderful memories that I will forever be able to cherish.

The freedom of the outdoors

The saying, "You should go take a breather," is actually possible. At least where I grew up, there was an endless amount of space to be alone, run free and have personal freedom. That in itself is a gift not a lot of people get to experience.

What is traffic?

"I'll be there in 10" is a true statement. There is no reason to leave early, wake up early, or feel late. We are on a laid-back schedule with plenty of time to get anywhere we need.

Traveling is even more special

Being able to see and experience different cultures unlike mine, has been life-changing. I wish more people wanted to experience a beautiful fall, amazing boating and people that just want to have a good time. I am thankful for the traveling I have been able to do and it all comes back to where I am from.

Big city...I am coming for you, but not without my small town values.

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