Why I love Flat Rock? I am sure this is going to be an ongoing series because I am quite proud of our little town.
Here are a couple of things that remind me of what a great place Flat Rock, Michigan is:
Hometown Business, Hometown Service
My Saturn has a really bad rattle in the front end. I told my wife I should have gotten that Ford Mustang instead! Anyway, I’m not that mechanical and going for auto repairs always felt like I was going for a ride.
Not so, here in Flat Rock–it’s small town. I walk into Guardian Car Care and it’s always the same guy. If he doesn’t treat you well you don’t come back, which is a really bad thing in a small town. He always treats me well, fixes things right, and I always feel the bill is fair.
Guess what? I would never go anywhere else, I refer everyone I know, and my mother-in-law uses him exclusively too and she lives in Gibraltar.
Walking or Riding Bike to Work
So, I’m without a car. No big deal. Most days I ride my bike to work anyway, but after I dropped off my car I walked down the street to work.
I am in the business of Internet Marketing and Software Engineering. Much of my world is virtual, I could have set up my business anywhere. But despite my partners pushing for fancy glass buildings in Southfield or Detroit we set up shop right here in Flat Rock, MI.
Did I mention I can walk to work? I love Flat Rock!
Family Bike Rides to Dairy Queen
Here is my final, “Why I love Flat Rock?” for today.
My wife Heather and I often take the kids down to Dairy Queen after dinner. A nice little bike ride works off dinner and makes you feel less guilty about that ice cream treat. Everyone is always there–friends and neighbors.
We did it just last night. One of my sons and I had the new Cookie Jar Blizzard–I would recommend it!
Why do you love Flat Rock? I look forward to reading your comments.
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What is your favorite part about living in Flat Rock, MI? How long has your family lived in Flat Rock? Why did you or your family move here?
Flat Rock is a great city! It really has a small town feeling. Whenever I go for a bike ride or a walk, there are always people outdoors to say “hi”. I am also very pleased with the school system. My son has special needs and the services he receives, through Flat Rock Community Schools, are professionally met by teachers that are caring and compassionate.
Susan,
You are so right.
I really agree with your comment on Flat Rock teachers. I have had such good experiences, both in the classrooms and through our activities with the PTO.
My experience, with my children's teachers, has been the same as yours–they are willing to go to the extra effort to make each child successful.
I am also impressed by how often my kids come home and tell me about little funny things their teachers do to make the day fun–again, extra effort.
Thanks for the comment!
What is your favorite part about living in Flat Rock, MI? How long has your family lived in Flat Rock? Why did you or your family move here?
Flat Rock is a great city! It really has a small town feeling. Whenever I go for a bike ride or a walk, there are always people outdoors to say “hi”. I am also very pleased with the school system. My son has special needs and the services he receives, through Flat Rock Community Schools, are professionally met by teachers that are caring and compassionate.
Susan,
You are so right.
I really agree with your comment on Flat Rock teachers. I have had such good experiences, both in the classrooms and through our activities with the PTO.
My experience, with my children's teachers, has been the same as yours–they are willing to go to the extra effort to make each child successful.
I am also impressed by how often my kids come home and tell me about little funny things their teachers do to make the day fun–again, extra effort.
Thanks for the comment!