I have lived in Brevard since 1990, when my wife and I moved here with our two daughters from Florida's East Coast. Brevard's natural beauty, small-town setting, pleasant year-round climate, award winning public schools, and lively arts scene were the magnets that pulled us here from Florida.

I was born and raised in Wadsworth, Ohio, the quintessential Midwestern small town. They were warm and friendly people, we had lively main street locally-owned shops, safe streets and neighborhoods and a strong sense of community. From Ohio, I attended College in St. Petersburg, Florida, and in southern California. My wife and I lived in the mountains of Southern California, about a one-hour drive from Los Angeles, while I worked as an instructor with Los Angeles County schools and Mount San Antonio College, one of California's largest community colleges.

We also lived in Florida, but found Brevard the perfect match for us. Brevard is just a three hour drive from Atlanta or Charlotte. Asheville, Western North Carolina's largest city and home to numerous attractions - including the famous Biltmore Estate, is just 45 minutes away. I've experienced life in the Midwest, southern California and coastal Florida. I chose to make a home for my family in Brevard because it offers just the right mix of nature and city, beautiful golf courses, a dynamic art scene, and small town living and community spirit. Please e-mail me if that's the quality of life you're looking for too. You may just find it in Brevard. gamills@citcom.net