[melissaca25]

Hi everyone!

I'm a California native and need a break! I live in the busy LA/OC area my whole life and things just seem to get crazier and crazier as time goes by. I'm planning on taking a week trip to somewhere RURAL within the next few months. My travel history includes, LA, NYC, Las Vegas. I don't think I've ever been in a small town. I need to chill out and experinice simple living even if its for 7 or 10 days. I really want to go out of my comfort zone of what I know and experinice something wholesome and good without all the hype that surrounds my life. Any suggestions?

Thanks!
xo

[HeatherDawn]

What kinds of things do you want to do to pass the time on your vacation? It sounds like you will be coming at a good time of year, as far as the weather goes. Oklahoma definitely has a slower pace and may just be the breath of fresh air you're looking for.

[prerunner1982]

Come during spring and experience our famous tornados..

There are alot of rural towns in Oklahoma.. but dont think many will give you much to do. I think Arcadia would be a good place to go though. There are some things to see, history to look at since it is right on Historic Route 66 and has the Round Barn, Pops, etc.

[melissaca25]

Thanks! I will check it out!

[Synopsis]

Originally Posted by melissaca25

Thanks! I will check it out!

Have a great time melissa!

[David Aguilar]

Originally Posted by melissaca25

Hi everyone!

I'm a California native and need a break!....

I'm a California native too (IE), and believe me small-town/rural living will be a break.

It might be quite a drag too.

Not to be harsh, but believe me, you have NO IDEA what you will be getting yourself into, and you won't know what I'm talking about until after you've experienced it.

Let's just say, rural living can be hard for those of us that aren't used to it, and takes tons of getting accustomed to. Rural living is probably best suited to those that have done it before.

Think for a moment, what it would be like for a small-town person, if they were to move to LA. The cultural change will be the same for you.

After you've lived in your new rural home for at least 6 months-1 year, please report back to let us know how you are doing/coping.

[Synopsis]

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

I'm a California native too (IE), and believe me small-town/rural living will be a break.

It might be quite a drag too.

Not to be harsh, but believe me, you have NO IDEA what you will be getting yourself into, and you won't know what I'm talking about until after you've experienced it.

Let's just say, rural living can be hard for those of us that aren't used to it, and takes tons of getting accustomed to. Rural living is probably best suited to those that have done it before.

Think for a moment, what it would be like for a small-town person, if they were to move to LA. The cultural change will be the same for you.

After you've lived in your new rural home for at least 6 months-1 year, please report back to let us know how you are doing/coping.

Good points David. Rural living is not for everyone. I grew up in the country so that is where I feel most comfortable. However, having lived in a mega-city for 20 years I can say that I prefer rural life.

[melissaca25]

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

I'm a California native too (IE), and believe me small-town/rural living will be a break.

Good points! I'm just looking for a little break for a week or so, not rushing out to move, not quite yet! Haha! Thanks for the info!

[Goodpasture]

If you want real peace and quiet, rent a cabin at someplace like Greenleaf State Park. It is inexpensive (relatively) and Greenleaf is one of the prettiest small lakes in the state. There are historic sites in the region when you tire of canoeing or paddleboating (they don't allow big motors on Greenleaf). Tahlequah is close (National Capital of the Cherokee Nation), Ft Gibson is close (lots of civil war renactments), Ft Smith Arkansas is close (home of the "hanging judge" and Miss Laura's fallen dove house), close to Tenkiller lake where you can rent a boat if you want, not far from Tulsa (2 hours or so) where you can attend one of the best new entertainment venues in the country, or you can sit on the porch of the CCC cabin (once inhabited by officers at the nearby German POW camp) and watch the deer and listen to the cardinals. Doing nothing has its own rewards, you know........

[Synopsis]

Originally Posted by Goodpasture

Doing nothing has its own rewards, you know........

Ain't that the truth GP!