When we heard Perrysburg was voted by Family Circle Magazine one of the seven best places in the U.S. to live, we said, "Told ya!" Playing on the fact that "a prophet is not recognized in his own town," we'd have to say a town is not necessarily appreciated by its own region.

Yet there is something---that ethereal "something" that happens when I drive over the bridge and approach P-burg. It's green, it's charming, it's got a quiet residential feel. Yet it's fun: Levis Commons, all kinds of art along the river, the 577 -- such a mixture of upbeat, engaging places.

Perrysburg has been described as "a vibrant town in the middle of everywhere." Nice description. I've written about the region on and off for 30 years and I still think NW Ohio as a whole has a lot going for it. Despite it's inferiority complex, the region is lush, has good folks, and promise...always lots of promise.

Raise a glass of Commodore Perry ale (find it at Stella's) and salute the dear old community. It's top 7 for sure!