There is one extraordinary benefit of the current real estate market in Coweta County GA!

It seems we need to go farther and farther afield to reach those sleepy rural enclaves.  I miss them!

Richard,

Progress does have a cost...not always good though.

Rich

Wonderful photos. A drive in the country is a wonderful way to spend the afternoon...nicer when it's not too far away.

Wonderful autumn colors in Georgia Richard!  I too like to admire open spaces, and appreciate it when they're not too far away!

Richard, I am sure it is a blessing. And of course you know I love those photos, especially the first one... :D

HA!  When I heard that Loudoun County, where I live, was limiting development in the western areas to only large tracks of land, no more 1/4 acre or even 3 acre lots, all I could say was, "THANK GOODNESS". 

Folks in the southern areas of the county are not so lucky.  That said, growth needs to keep pace with employment opportunities and we still have both. 

Richard, as a rural farm boy that grew up with open spaces, I appreciated what you are saying here.  It pains me to see growth for the sake of growth and tax base.  Several places around have been smart about it but many governments are filled with greed and think that everything should be R10 if they can get more tax money.  We are facing that here also as we catch some of your traffic relocating to Fort Bragg from McPherson.  I hope we do not lose our rural space.  Of course, some of this also has to do with farmers in our area.  As the next generation decides not to farm, families are left with land that the rent does not even pay the taxes on.  Inevitably one of the children are short on money and the farm gets sold to ............a developer!  If you have anybody in your area that is moving to Fort Bragg and needs a good person in this area, my team is ready.  As a former school administrator I can be of great service to those that have a particular concern about the quality of schools in the areas around Fort Bragg and would appreciate any referrals.

It is nice to be able to escape the development. Lets hope some of these rural settings will remain for a long time. Nice photos

I too like the first photo, but they are all nice.  It is sad to see some of these changes in the area that we live in. The population grows and more people move into Exeter, NH all the time. I 've been here for the last 19 years and I liked it the way it was.  Some things I don't want to change.  THis is one of them.

Happy holiday ....enjoy!

Patricia/Seacoast NH & ME

Richard, when we first moved into our area, people wondered why we wanted to live so far away. The housing boon has caught up and there isn't much countryside left. My wife keep saying pretty soon there won't be any trees left.

Like you, Richard, I appreciate the rural aspects of my area - within commuting distance of New York City no less!

Richard these are exactly the scene I love seeing and I am sure the animals too are happy about this break, so many wildlife git displaced.

Interestingly enough, Under all is the land.  The directive from NAR is to facilitate the purchase of land.  Sounds like you don't advocate the directive.

Richard:

It sounds as though you have the best of both worlds available close by.  I also have access to some rural areas and Boston is only twenty miles away. 

Those are lovely photos of your local farming areas.  What is it about a scene with cows that evokes such a sense of peace? 

I understand your thoughts - but I would like to see more development, it sure puts folks to work!

Richard, those areas, few and far between, that don't change are a Godsend to our psyche some days.

Richard - Excellent Seasonal Photos ! I am looking forward to a drive for Thanksgiving and soaking up the scenery

Those photos look like they could have been taken in my beloved home of Franklin TN.

Oh Richard, those are wonderful and make me want to jump in the car and go for a drive.  Luckily I don't have to go very far to get away from urbania!