...wow...I am feeling so much warmth from this thread...it's SO nice...like a group hug!

Bengalz - my town USED to be a small community, but has grown a lot, being so near Calgary. There are good affordable places here - much of the town has kept its small-town feel, which is good. My chiropractor's receptionist and her hubby live in a townhouse complex that I was looking at. The places are affordable - and I get to have a garage! (And maybe an extra bedroom to foster a kitty or two! )

Anyway - first to get 'pre-approved', and go from there.

thank you, friends.