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Trailer from Forest Grove, OR
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Forest Grove, OR
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I love this town, but can't afford it
I grew up in this town, and it is wonderful. There are so many beautiful parks and nature things to do, like walks, photography, playing in the creeks, dunes and ocean.
There's no movie theatre, fine shopping, or big variety of good restaurants. It's really hard to get good jobs here, or make enough to afford living here unless you can figure out something that is independent of these small towns. Many people here are very poor.
What companies that did move here brought their own workers.
A huge tip for outsiders that do move here: be patient and respectful with the shy & cautious residents. Whatever you do, don't assume these folks are ignorant hillbillies or that they are your servants. Southern-style Manners and behavior will help you a lot.