The move is progressing fairly well and Evergreen is a beautiful place. One thing that has been new is getting use to the rules, manners, and politics of a Home Owners Association; as we have never been part of one before.
One thing that is currently taking place is that some individuals (referred to as the "kid eaters") are attempting to put restrictions on outdoor "play sets" or jungle gyms; you know the wood ones. This is unfortunate as it seems to be creating a rift between the "kid supporters" and the "kid eaters." JUST KIDDING!!!! I AM JOKING, REALLY.
I do feel that these types of changes, which seem to be so blatantly targeting families, tend to create mild neighborhood hostilities between the traditional community members and the new families that have moved into the association.
The one item that we as adults should take on as a community is the well being and development of our kids; even if we are unrelated. In the end, we are all in it together and healthy kids in Evergreen (in our association) will support the growth of our nation as adults; and therefore kids everywhere. However, when such rules are put forth it does sadden me just a bit and brings me back to reality regarding how indifferent some people can be towards their neighbors, towards our kids. [In truth, there seems to be a struggle between the "RV" owners and the "play set" owners to some degree. How this will work out I do not know; even though I understand the desire of all parties to keep the lots clean, nice, or whatever.]
It really is a shame and I anticipate that this rule will lessen the community feel of the Evergreen Highlands if a compromise is not determined fast. I even find myself not sure if I should waive and say hello to people on the street as I am worried it might be someone that is resentful to have kids in the neighborhood; you know the kid eaters. JUST JOKING AGAIN!!!
It almost feels like we still live in the big city; but only just a bit. Otherwise things are good here.
I do think that people in Colorado are nicer than the people I met in California during law school. I also think that the move will be a good thing for the family, as things are much more family oriented here (outside the association issues) than our prior locations.
Let me just say, this place overall is much less stressful. It certainly displays fewer of the negative effects of illegal immigration that are currently overwhelming the infrastructure of Southern California. And as soon as we remove our California taint I think people will be more accepting of us; but you do get the sense that locals are "tired" of people moving here to get away from other areas that are undergoing a process of infrastructure decay.
The only thing that I find a little surprising is that locals really like to "tail gate" here. I expected such behavior in California, as things are so overcrowded, but here in Evergreen is a bit odd. It is usually a "soccer" mom that seems to be a day late getting somewhere.
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