Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Traditions and Modernity Helps Redefine the Future of Small Towns

By Joe Greene


Transforming a small and quiet little town can sometimes be difficult as well as challenging. Perhaps the reason for this is because of the combination of progress and tradition. However, every small town or city should accept the fact that at one point they too will have to evolve in order to keep up with changing times. On the other hand, change does not necessarily have to be incompatible with tradition, but must blend with it. This process makes it interesting because it can help us understand how civilizations evolve over time.

Hoquiam, Wa is one such city worth deciphering. This little town already tries to cope up with all the changes that are already happening in other towns and cities around it. Known for its lumber and logging industry, this town likes to hold on to tradition, an example of which is the yearly Logger's Playday event and a logging festival that has a parade. These are important parts of the town's rich history because it somehow instills into everyone's mind that it is a town that is rich in tradition.

Traditions such as this are timeless, being one of the foundations of the town's culture. However, there are some practices, including real estate developments that will have to give in and totally upgrade itself into modern standards.

For example, Hoquiam Wa has a long stretch of waterfront that reaches downtown. This waterfront area has not been used since the 1980s. By merely looking at the area, you will already known that it can be a great location for real estate developments. Most of the people think that this move will somehow revamp local culture. The community can highlight local tourists products or cuisine and many other things that will draw more crowds to this little town. The result is that Hoquiam, Wa will now not only be known for its lumber and logging industry.

Real estate developments centered along the waterfront has proven to be very successful. Examples of this would be the cities of Baltimore and San Antonio. The extensive waterfront in Hoquiam is suitable for real estate developments, which will have modern amenities for entertainment and shopping. With these kinds of attractions, the town will become one of the nicest places to visit. The reason why real estate developments along waterfront areas have been increasing is that these are areas where people like to hang out, window shop and dine amidst the beautiful scenery around.

Most people think that larger towns or cities, such as its neighbor Aberdeen, get bigger opportunities when it comes to state budget allotments and real estate development opportunities than the smaller cities. The town of Hoquiam WA is ready to welcome real estate developments especially in areas like its waterfront.

By modernizing itself, and by welcoming real estate developments, Hoquiam's downtown area, together with its waterfront will be one of the most beautiful places to go to. In line with this, it will be competent enough to rival any larger town or city near it.

Modernity has somehow forced each town and city to make some changes. However, history, culture, and tradition should not be compromised. Hoquiam, Wa, as it is a small town, should accept this change while at the same time holding on to its past. Redefining itself while at the same time embracing its rich heritage is what will make different and stand out among the rest.




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