Signs of the Village

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Sometimes I walk in the village close to where I live. It's flat and has sidewalks, unlike my immediate neighbourhood. It's a cute place to wander around and admire the large, Victorian houses. It's also a good place to enjoy a pleasant lunch.

Several of the local businesses, however, are closing down, or are already closed.



There are many signs like these ones throughout the village.



What's going on? Why are the businesses failing? At the local shopping centers and malls the stores are busy, and people are buying. Maybe the antique and gift stores in the village just didn't offer essential wares that the public need and want?



Maybe the rents are too high? Haven't a clue, economics not being my forte. But, come to think on it, I never have purchased many things in the village shops. I usually just go to the supermarket or the drug store. Now, both of these are still in business. On a positive note, some new enterprises have opened up, and maybe more merchants will be encouraged to establish themselves here.

There are other signs in the village besides all the for lease and for rent ones.
This sign is intended to lure people to come to the village and hopefully shop.



This is a cheery sign.



Pedestrians have the right of way here, something which is attractive to walkers.



Guess we just have to hope that people don't keep on walking right out of the village, and that no more businesses fail.

Who or what is available?!



Maybe success is!

Why do you think so many small businesses are failing?