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13 Things You Can Do In A Town That Has Nothing To Do

The fallback for every small town. It's how we lose our money so quickly.

Emily Henrichs

Jul 01, 2018

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13 Things You Can Do In A Town That Has Nothing To Do

Emily Henrichs

Growing up and living in a town that is either made up of things for younger kids, spending all of your money, or the choice of doing illegal things, I always find that there isn't much to do. Well, I am sick of it. Within this article you will find things to do in your small town!

1. If you have a pottery place, you can paint something small if you don't have much money

Sure, you're spending money. It's on something you can keep forever though, so it's a win in my book.

2. Go on a drive

This might seem weird to some of you, but simply driving around can be one of the greatest things. You get to blast music, maybe have the windows down, experience new places in your town or nearby, and overall make some memories with your friends!

3. Go to the store

Alright, I know. This one sounds weird. When you live in a town with not much to do, sometimes going to the store is something you do. Whether it's Walmart, Kroger, Target, or some other random store, exploring the aisles is occasionally a good time.

4. Sit in a parking lot, park or downtown and talk about life

Talking about the future or old memories is one of my favorite things.

5. Go somewhere you've never been before

That could be a restaurant, a place to hangout, or a business. Just do it. Who knows, you could end up loving it!

6. Go stargazing

Stargazing might be a hard one on some nights. It could also be hard if you live somewhere that is not dark enough to see them.

7. Go to the movies

Yes, this one does cost money. Luckily, it doesn't cost too much.

8. Watch the sunrise or the sunset

Sunsets and sunrises are undervalued and we need to enjoy them more, so go watch one or both in one day!

9. Go "hammocking" aka lay in a hammock

Listen to some jams! Eat some snacks! Laugh a lot!

10. Go somewhere you haven't been to in a long time

The memories that come back to ya. I'll tell ya, nothing better!

11. Go to Denny's after mid-night, this one is more of an experience than something to do

Going to Denny's in the morning is so lame now. Night-breakfast is better anyways. Especially when your mind is so lost it has no idea what's happening.

12. Get coffee

A simple "hey, wanna get coffee?" can make my day.

13. If all else fails, go somewhere and eat

The fallback for every small town. It's how we lose our money so quickly.

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13 Things You Can Do In A Town That Has Nothing To Do

The fallback for every small town. It's how we lose our money so quickly.

1. If you have a pottery place, you can paint something small if you don't have much money

2. Go on a drive

3. Go to the store

4. Sit in a parking lot, park or downtown and talk about life

5. Go somewhere you've never been before

6. Go stargazing

7. Go to the movies

8. Watch the sunrise or the sunset

9. Go "hammocking" aka lay in a hammock

10. Go somewhere you haven't been to in a long time

11. Go to Denny's after mid-night, this one is more of an experience than something to do

12. Get coffee

13. If all else fails, go somewhere and eat

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

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7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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