Census numbers confirm what anybody can see: People are flocking to Nashville. What the figures do not show, however, is many are moving to town without a job lined up in advance.
Lindsay Gallagher has lived in Nashville for two years. Since arriving, she’s been a tanning salon attendant, waitress, babysitter, dog-walker, and a nanny. Now she’s a part-time personal assistant and freelance artist, doing graphic design or chalk art for shops and baby showers.
“I’m one of those who did not move here for music, but I’m a creative and I think it’s a creative city overall — not just musically,” Gallagher said.
This millennial is one of seven children. The rest are back in Philadelphia. But she — the art major — felt the need to spread her wings. Los Angeles was an option, but she threw out the idea because the move was impractical.
While her options remained open, she thumbed through magazines on a flight and stumbled upon an article on Nashville. (continue reading at WPLN)