Posted by Mal on October 22, 2002, at 8:30:41
In reply to Re: Polite Society » Mal, posted by WorryGirl on October 21, 2002, at 20:26:15
Worry- we are practically neighbors, especially since the world is getting smaller all the time!
I agree that suburbanites can be a bit too concerned with appearances, but there are nice folks in the 'burbs, too. You're right, Atlanta does feel different.
I have found that, especially where I live, if I go out with a smile then I will get 10 smiles in return, but when I am in a lonely mood, I don't get the same response. I think people read each others' faces very well. But it is hard to radiate sunshine when you feel bad. And sometimes it is nice to be reached out TO rather than being the one doing the reaching. I guess everybody is lonely sometimes.
Maybe things will get better. If your neighbors are into feeling superior, don't let them get to you. You have to live your life being true to your down to earth principles.
You have a great day... MAL
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