Here is a wife's simulated conversation that I have heard dozens of times: "My husband came home from the office and announced that he had a golden career opportunity in Huntsville, Alabama. I responded, 'Move to Huntsville, Alabama? You are teasing! Right? What is in Huntsville, Alabama?' I envisioned a land of houses on wheels, junk cars and people who talk funny. I have never been so wrong! I first did a search on internet and learned of the technology development in Cummings Research Park along with the Army, NASA and FBI facilities at Redstone Arsenal. I learned of the Arts, Entertainment and the Sports that the area offers. I checked out the education systems, too and found them excellent. There are four Universities including The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Alabama, A& M University, Oakwood University and Athens State University. I must admit, it sounded very interesting. I came with him for the interview. A nice Realtor® pick us up at Huntsville International Airport and freely gave of his time to introduce us first hand to the area. One of the first things that I learned is that it is hard to determine if you are in Madison or Huntsville. Madison is a smaller town. Huntsville is the seat of Madison County. Talking about clean cities...it is going on here! The people are friendly and helpful, too! The landscape is awesome from Monte Sano Mountain to the beautiful Tennessee River. We flew back home with fingers crossed that he would land the job. And, I just couldn't get that “Sweet Home Alabama” tune out of my head. That word, “Ya'll" is now creeping into my vocabulary."
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