“MY NEIGHBORHOOD is home to me. My neighbors are like family.”
“MY MARATHON TRAINING GROUP. We cheered each other on—the competition was only with our- selves. We brought our own meaning to running and races. Anyone could be a mentor, bringing in their experiences to help others. Also, we had fun!”
“AT MY JOB, because we all work hard at a difficult job—we form bonds.”
“MY RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY, not due to the religion as much as the acceptance.”
“I am new to where I live, so not yet as connected as I’d like to be, but my town is full of vibrant, engaged, intelligent, compassionate people! I am really looking forward to a future of community here.”
“Most often it is a SMALL COMMUNITY, maybe six to 10 people. It’s just more intimate and real.”
“My community of FELLOW MUSICIANS and fans is my haven. There’s a little escapism, and a good deal of support and diversity bind us.”
“AS A CHILD, with friends.”
“My supportive community of fellow MUSICIANS AND MUSIC…