This is very true. Where I live is not ideal in a lot of ways, but we've lived here for 20 years and know quite a few of our neighbors.
After finding out the truth of how messed up things are, I did some homework on prepping. The bottom line was that, if you know the people around you, generally you're better off where you are than being a stranger in a strange new land.

Love the pics. Such beautiful guests!