Moving to and living in the Lakes Region year round... whats the reality of....

[Greene's Basin Girl]

Originally Posted by upthesaukee

I can somewhat agree with Songkrai about folks moving here, saying how happy they are to out of whereever's hustle and bustle, and then want to change the town so that it is just like down there (insert whereever they came from.).
I have been coming up to the lake since I was a toddler, but moved here in 1996. I love the area, I love the people, and love the way of life. I could care less if I have a half hour drive to a supermarket or department store. I walk into the post office or the corner store and am always greeted with a smile, if not a verbal "Hi" "How are ya" "What's up?".
It is all what you make it. Do your due diligence and check out the school systems, the town's parks and rec. for their programs, church activities, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, etc.
Are we drug free and alcohol free? No.
Are we better off than in a large city? I think so.
bottom line, it will be your choice where to live, where to work, how far to commute, where your kids go to school, and family activities. Make your choice and enjoy it!

I couldn't agree more.