Anyone else live in a small town?
I'm from one of the larger cities in the US. I'm not used to everyone being related to everyone else in one way or another. 5 years ago, I moved to a town of 1500.
I am shocked how many affairs occur. I'm shocked at how many people remarry and blend their offspring/families with people that to me, would be "off limits". I am shocked at how the same evil people start untrue rumors about others, destroying careers and marriages for alteriorand completely selfish motives.
Does this happen everywhere? Am I just stupid?
Yesterday, the village hater started an untrue rumor about my family. It had the potential to destroy, but we nipped it in the bud quickly and I think the fire storm is over.
I choose to NOT respond in any way. I will NOT confront the village devil. I'm above that.
But WTH is going on with this??? WHY?
What have been your experiences living in a small town as a transplant resident? Any advice?