Agree. Although I think it maybe goes beyond the "walking" to any number of outdoor physical activities.
While out cycling in and around the small town we live in, locals (and non-locals) will often stop and have a chat with me when they see that the type of bike I ride (a Kickbike) is very different to a 'traditional' bicycle. Two locals in particular stop when they see me and have a sometimes lengthy chat about anything and everything. Because the bike I ride is so different to what people are used to seeing, it creates a talking point that I wouldn't have if I rode a 'normal' bicycle. Others, in our street, have seen me riding up the hill to our home, and mentioned to my wife (who until recently worked in the local Post Office [thats been a whole other 'getting to know the locals' thing for her]) that they have seen me ride past their home.
The thing is, a 'presence' in the neighbourhood like you describe is a good way to let people see you around the neighbourhood in a non-threatening way.
Agree. Although I think it maybe goes beyond the "walking" to any number of outdoor physical activities.
While out cycling in and around the small town we live in, locals (and non-locals) will often stop and have a chat with me when they see that the type of bike I ride (a Kickbike) is very different to a 'traditional' bicycle. Two locals in particular stop when they see me and have a sometimes lengthy chat about anything and everything. Because the bike I ride is so different to what people are used to seeing, it creates a talking point that I wouldn't have if I rode a 'normal' bicycle. Others, in our street, have seen me riding up the hill to our home, and mentioned to my wife (who until recently worked in the local Post Office [thats been a whole other 'getting to know the locals' thing for her]) that they have seen me ride past their home.
The thing is, a 'presence' in the neighbourhood like you describe is a good way to let people see you around the neighbourhood in a non-threatening way.
That's beautiful, James! Thanks for sharing. That's definitely along the lines of what I'm talking about!
Amen! Also I am praying that you find that home you are looking for in Portland.
Thank you so much, Kristin!