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MY GOD!!!

That's a glimpse into H E L L!!!!!

How do you stand it?

Are there real live wild animals out there...YIKES

Cheers Aces !!

I bet you do too !

Yeah, really !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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I had to avert my eyes. The stress overwhelmed me.


Loved the smiles...

I wouldn't move in town much less a big urban area if the house was free, but after 30 years as a game warden I will have to admit there are a lot of crazies out here. Mostly white trash offspring living down dead end roads. We have our share of meth heads, alcoholics, child molesters. I was a rural mail carrier in the 1970s and I got to know there were a lot of neurotic old and middle-age women up and down the roads. A mail carrier back then knew everything about you.

These folks were a minority of the population but still a pretty fair number. I would think the same or worse would be the case of the urban poor.

I know that you guys know how traumatic rural living is and it’s probably part of why I like you guys. I was so bored setting up rifles earlier that I decided to clear my head instead of going “Country Crazy” so I shot 3 different rifles with 2 different loads over the chronograph for accurate dope cards. If I was in the city I could’ve just gone out for a gluten-free muffin and soy milk latte….😂

We live in a very small town that's failed. The State has taken over the charter. Old sewer system is full of holes allowing storm water in and the taxes/fees can't cover the cost. Its rural for NC.....

I've had others tell me I'm not a well person. I don't give a chit what they think.

Ya, scary !!











Pretty, too !!

Rural Jefferson, has been a mecca for the 'get away from it all' folks since the mid 60's. There is of course, the full spectrum of 'types'. A lot of good people, but a lot more of folks who merely changed zip codes to enhance the scenery. They never really fit in, many are so smug and elitist, with the pile of money accumulated in the cities they don't want to fit in, and they are expert on every subject related to the construction of their new rural Ranchin' McMansion. I have done dirt work for many, roads, building pads, well sites, power rights of way, ponds and bridges. It's stressful. I want them to be happy with the results, but it's like a genetic trait, they have to ignore recommendations.
I built a guy a road, 10 yrs ago, I suggested a longer road with a switchback, and less than 6% for snow and ice...but he said I just wanted more dozer hours, and insisted on a steep short one. Well, his wife skidded off the road and broke her collarbone and wrecked the Subaru!!(of course)last winter. OK, but the gals down at the bar said he was telling everyone it wasn't her fault, it was that old bastard that built that steep road. You can't win with folks like that. Surprised he hasn't sued me.

Everyone should have the chance to receive timely and effective support, especially in terms of free depression help. However, I also recognize that there are unique perks to rural living. The tranquility and natural beauty are undeniable pluses. Personally, I'm all about the urban hustle and bustle though! The fast pace, social activities, and overall comfort of city life are what I thrive on. To each their own, right?

Right! To each their own, which means pay for your own “free” depression help.