... hustle and bustle of the city and give their children the possible advantage of a smaller school system. These immigrants bring novel additions to the community; new businesses, fresh faces on the Chamber of Commerce, and original ideas for improvement of the town as a whole. These people are the main contributors to Comfort's expansion. Farming and ranching, however, remain the predominant way of life. The town is surrounded on all sides by pastureland that has been passed down from generation to generation. School is canceled for annual stock shows due to the popularity of FFA and 4-H. It is quite common for someone that grew up in Comfort to return to raise a family, like my father. In turn, Comfort's historical background stays well conserved and appreciated. Both non-native and natives actively take part in the preservation of Comfort's German heritage, including buildings, monuments, and customs. One of the ...

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