Maya

<p>Hi Maya</p>

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<p>My message is too long, so I am sending it bit by bit.</p>

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<p>This is Part 1</p>

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<p>Great to hear from you. What work does your OH do? I guess he is coming to one of the big industries here?</p>

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<p>I LOVE Gladstone. I really feel we are meant to be here. It helps that we have family here, for sure. And we joined a church where we have made loads of friends etc, but even without that, most of the locals are very friendly. I think it helps that we aren't a major immigration destination (and that might be why I try not to sell Gladstone too much on the forum!!) lol</p>

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<p>It isn't the prettiest area as the industry does dominate, but the plus side is that the industries also provide a great deal for the city, as a sort of "sweetener". Some of the best parks were "made" by industry and maintained by them. They even clean the barbecues each day!!!</p>