Hi. I have to admit that I am a bit baffled. I am sure the small town you're living in is very nice. Is there work there for actors? Does it have a theater with plays or musicals? If not, then you can expect to remain unemployed unless you change professions.

I live in a BIG city. But, my experience with small towns is that they are gossipy and everyone knows everyone else's business. If you are not comfy with that way of life, then moving to a much larger town or city is recommended. In a city, everyone will not know your business and you won't have to worry so much about the cultural faux pas you might make. There is also a larger pool of people to socialize with and greater chance of finding a job.

How do you judge people to find out if they are suitable for close friends or love interest? I would say by their values. Their values should be similar to or complement yours. Granted, I don't share the same values with some of my friends but they have other qualities that I like, e.g., fun loving, good conversationalists. I only get intimate though with people who have similar values. I don't know if this appeals to you but, a great way to meet new people is to . . . get a dog! Smile and chat with other dog owners while your pets sniff each other!! It works!

Good luck to you!!