Small Town Boy

Small town boy at heart, that is who I was,

that is who I am.

Small town boy may move to the city,

but the heart stays put in that small town.

Small town life is great, as any one,

whoever grew up in one will tell you.

Persons living there are more

willing to help each other.

Small town life is so simple

and so care free.

Life in a small town is slow paced,

not getting things done right now or

else.

People move away to the city,

that is why they stay small towns,

that is a good thing.

Mark my words someday

am moving back to

become a small town boy

once again.

written 4-24-11
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Dietrich Avatar
May 30, 2011 at 12:06 AM
I was small "city" and I really enjoyed it. Nice one, and makes me think back on my own wonderful childhood!
Durbin Avatar
May 3, 2011 at 2:20 PM
Good for you, James. Who doesn't love that fresh country air?
Rutherford Avatar
May 3, 2011 at 6:31 AM
James yes small towns are great. My husband comes from a small ,not even a town when he was young and everyone knows everyone. great place N.S. Can. good memories there and here in your poem too. Anne
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May 2, 2011 at 12:25 AM
I still live in the country and I agree very much with the sentiments here. Everybody knows everybody and we'll help out anybody that needs it. Great write buddy:) R.M.
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April 27, 2011 at 10:03 AM
Just stopping by today to thank you for all your kinds comments James. Hopefully they will get the site back up and running correctly for everyone soon. Love, Carol
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