In the two years I have lived in Commerce, Texas, I never thought I would come to find that the community functions now as it once did. If you would have asked me last year, I would have said the town's greatest asset is the University. After my research I found this to be quite the opposite. For the last few months I have gained knowledge of not only the history of Commerce but also its current state as a community. As Commerce once relied on the downtown businesses and restaurants, etc to be the epicenter of the community. While it continues to grow, the town has shifted away from the path of the railroad and instead follows the flow of the highways where there are more eyes to see it.
It has been a fascinating journey and has opened my eyes to the glory of the town, and taught me to respect the community more for its present day involvement. Participating in Bois d’Arc Bash, as an official resident, allowed me to take ownership of a place that I once considered to be lifeless. Now I see it to be growing and thriving in society. Through my photography I hope that you are able to appreciate the charm and livelihood of this small community as much as I have.
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