Elk Citians talk about their new city building as if it were the Taj Mahal. They hold fund-raisers for a new lodge building as though fraternal organizations were thriving. Some key members are over 90 years young. I've paid my dues. Well, they need an inspiring trip to Elk City.
Elk city is small enough that they can see progress as it happens.
It can only be lived. Drive around town at 5 miles per hour. Stop and visit with someone out working in their yard. Ask directions to best fishing hole. Buy a chance on the quilt down at the community building.