Thursday, January 25, 2007

Talk of the city

This post is here to talk about your views and mine on any subjects of interest in Evansville. I am just starting out so hang on for some stories to start this up. Thanks for viewing..

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

As a long time resident of Evansville, I have very little good to say about this town. Why have I been a long time resident if I live here in misery? Simple. I'm stuck here. Business is slow and funds are deficient.

Allow me to elaborate...

Law Enforcement: It's deplorable. Forget any kind of investigating, just open your hands for your pile of tickets, all of which will most likely be unfounded. The Chief of Police, well, a very personal experience has caused any and all loss of respect for this person.

The School District: Home schooled children are forbidden to attend school dances and are not even allowed on school grounds during school. If you have numerous absences (even those that are plausible) hold out that hand for more tickets!

Youth Sports: Evansville takes a beating when it comes to sports competition. These poor kids! Just take some time to attend a practice and it won't be long before you grasp just exactly why this is. Aside from the obvious parental bigotry, much of the coaching I've witnessed directs children from the fun of playing and forces way too much focus on winning. Dear Coaches: This teaching practice clearly does NOT work. Please treat each child equally 100% of the time!

Religion: For each store you may very well find two religious institutions. Hm.

Local Youth: An impressive skate park was promised to the very bored children of Evansville. Why not check it out for yourself and take a little walk to the park, but don't blink, you'll miss it. Speaking of Evansville's park, it is, beyond any doubt, one of the most beautiful parks I've seen. (The lake is apparently being "saved" by the town. Hm, again) Summer brings an open local pool, but it's persnickety rules don't make for a very fun time.

The Care Closet: The town has one. I'll give credit where it's due. But be careful, if what you donate (i.e. toys, and those new hip articles of clothing with the factory-made holes) is not adequate in the opinions of the hackneyed volunteers, you might be berated. Ofcourse, much of this possibility depends on what kind of vehicle you drive.

If you're considering a move to the little secluded town of Evansville, you may find my formother's ingredients very helpful...

1 c confidence
1 T spunk
2 c enthusiasm
1 tsp mirth
1 slice tolerance
10 c clemency

...and a pinch of quirkiness

ENJOY!