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MARCO: Not at all I felt like I would fit in well. People are very friendly.
NVM: Since you have moved in what have you come to appreciate most about life in the Grove?
EVA: My neighbors have become my closest friends since I have
moved to the Grove. I was really fortunate in that regard. And, the
community as a whole is very warm and supportive and comes together really well even under adversity.
HANK: The people here, new friends and wonderful neighbors and a
sense of community.
KIMMERA: The peacefulness of it, the people involved here, the
beauty around every turn.
LEIGHTON: Besides the community, it would have to be the environment. The landscaping is phenomenal.
MARCO: The amazing scenery there is always something new around.
NVM: Some would say that having to stay with the Grove’s community standards and quality control guidelines is a bit restrictive but what is it about having to maintain such high standards
that you residents seem to appreciate?
EVA: Unlike some other places that I have lived, I never have had to
derender my neighbors’ tacky objects because there just aren’t any
around. I love that I can come home and feel like I am at in the Mediterranean.
HANK: I like the idea of not coming home to find a space station or
a castle as a new next door neighbor. While those are fun things and
I have no problem with them on their own, there is a place or places
here in SL, where they would fit much better.
KIMMERA: I love that there are set standards, it means no billboard
or unexpected surprises suddenly appearing next door. There are
many opportunities in SL to live, The Grove has a theme, a feel, if it
isn’t what you seek, I am sure there is someplace else that will.
LEIGHTON: I understand people saying the guidelines are a bit strict
but it’s what makes the environment.
MARCO: I don’t mind at all that Grove Management does all the landscaping for you when you move in, it helps keep everything in theme.
NVM: The Grove is currently going through a remodeling upgrade and adding a business and entertainment district. How

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