The fair parade is over an hour long, with more tractors and horse clubs than other floats—it’s one of the 4,724 reasons I want to leave.

Alma’s house is absolutely adorable. The two-story exterior is neat as a pin. I can tell it’s been re-sided recently with fresh paint to the trim and shutters. The wrap-around porch, complete with pillars and a porch swing, perfectly finishes its curb appeal.

The interior is decorated with comfortable furnishings, family photos, and ...