A few businesses that contribute to the economy of the area are the Southport Esso, Building Supplies, Clover Farm Grocery, Young's Garage, and a Kentucky Fried Chicken take-out. Over the years, many changes have taken place both in our people and their way of life. Farmers used to talk over the fence about vital issues; neighbours depended on each other for help and advice; swimming parties brought families together; and in church the people were well known to each other. But with the influx of new residents, change became necessary. Many became leaders in the community, with new ideas and decisions com¬ ing from them. Because transportation is not a problem—almost everyone has a car—the young people tend to find their entertainment in the city. Yet in spite of these changes, the same friendliness and sense of belong¬ ing pervades, and if you look around you may still find the fresh green fields, the sparkling blue water, and a red, winding road that takes you to the beach. POEM The beauty of our Island With its many shades of green Its winding roads and soil so red Is just a tourist's dream I dearly love our Island There is no place I'd rather be Than in the little village of Where the red banks meet the sea. — Peg Corish