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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Some signs...

If they are living in a run down motel located in the town they own, which is their one remaining asset. Nearly always you can see their well-to-do attitudes conflicting with the more provincial town residents. Eventually they do learn to see past their differences and develop close friendships with the locals and even find romantic partners. It can be quite heart-warming to see.

Their children usually appear spoiled, but along with their mother make the best out of the career and social prospects offered in their new home and often really add some pizzazz to the community--literally, since you may see their flashy designer clothes at your local consignment store!

If they seem to be unfamiliar with basic home cooking/baking techniques, aren't sure how tax writeoffs work, or have a tab at the neighborhood eatery this can also be a sign of genteel poverty.

The father in particular can usually leverage the networking skills polished in his former circles and go into business with the big political players in town, like the mayor. In the end the family only becomes stronger for their experience, and everyone figures out just where they belong. [/quote]

This sounds a little bit....something[/quote]

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