I think I live somewhere amazing — where I live in a larger city which actually I really like, one of the best things is I am able to see a diversity of people. There’s several large art museums, we have an opera company, there’s a diversity of new immigrants continually flowing in that make the city interesting and create a wide diversity of cultural experiences from Greek festivals to Filipino festivals, it’s nice to see people routinely who look different than you, dress different, are different in culture and thinking — there’s such a diversity and I really like that. I like how good our public transport is and how connected all the transport is where you can pretty much get anywhere in and around the city with public transport and maybe a short walk.
I love the diversity in restaurants and stores offering all kinds of foods, I love that I can go to buy all kinds of foods and make Middle Eastern food or Japanese or whatever it might be I can find the products easily. If I want to eat out there’s a diversity of places from Central Asian to German to nearly anything is available and it’s super cool to have that range of cultures. I like that because there is such a diversity there is so much choice in people — like there’s tons of run clubs, if one isn’t a good fit you can easily find another. It’s nice to not be locked in because there is only one choice in the area and so I like having that kind of choice. I love how easy it is to travel anywhere as like planes are always coming in and out of our city — where getting anywhere in the world isn’t too challenging in terms of arranging things.
I really like cities. I love the country and think it’s relaxing and wonderful — but I think fundamentally I’m a city person haha.
I live in a very small town and blessings abound. My very best friend I have ever made lives just a few blocks from me. I know that it is safe for my kids to do things like play in the neighborhood, walk to the library without me, or simply ride their bikes around the block. This is also how I ended up in education. The town is so small that the only real option for work, without commuting, is to work at the school. I started working as a para and now I am a long-term sub on my way to becoming a licensed teacher.
The ocean nearby as well as Narragansett Bay, lots of protected natural space. My home now I see a lot of wild life and there is wooded area with a trail out back. A small grocery store walking distance, post office and library near by. My Church is about 10 mins away. There is always so many things to do in this area compared to where I grew up. I love it!
I live in the country and life here is mostly possible without any hustle and bustle.
Everything you need for everyday life is available locally without a car.
There are enough jobs in the surrounding area so that the age structure of the residents is well mixed
There are various options for living here even in old age
We have a balanced climate with four wonderful seasons
We have no problems with politically extreme currents
Barba..It sounds as though where you live is perfect!! Good for you!! I love in the country as well…but groceries, etc are a 40 minute drive. Not many options for places to live. We are very Blessed to own our home…but as we age- we know we will not be able to continue living here. You sure sound happy!! Many Blessings to you!
Nature is beautiful everywhere I go I feel so grateful to Mother Nature. She gives and gives without limitations or boundaries. No labels of this is mine or yours- natures flow is coexisting and coexist is heaven.
USA -> our Freedoms and Rights, Religious Freedom, Culture Diversity, modern amenities
FL-> for the most part – nice weather throughout the year, no State taxes, beer/alcohol in grocery stores/cvs/gas stations – no ‘liquor stores’ like in PA, beautiful oak trees with Spanish moss, palm trees, fauna and flora; Disney World/Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure/Busch Gardens, gorgeous beaches
I am very fortunate indeed. I live in such a
beautiful place. It’s quiet and safe with so
much nature around me. My life seems to
have been a series of steps, getting me closer
and closer to this place.
I live in a senior complex. The grounds are kept up, I am near Lake Michigan, most folks are friendly, diverse community, several ethnic restaurants close by, convenient shopping, great medical facilities, a park system, close to the airport, attached garage, I feel safe, and a lot of light streaming in the
windows from different directions.
We live on almost 2 acres with our home right in the middle of the property. It’s quiet, for the most part, and the dogs love running around patrolling and protecting. There’s a beautiful old pecan tree in the back yard that provides shade when the front yard is too hot for the dogs (and us) to play. I always wanted a fig tree and planted a baby sapling after we got married in 2021. I’ve loved watching it grow and will be sad to leave it behind when we move. This is the first home I’ve ever owned, and I have loved it. I’m grateful we moved to the country and will be grateful when we leave it.
I live in a quiet neighborhood. Across from my house is a lake. As I sit in front of the big window, I can see various views of the lake at different times of the day and different seasons of the year. One lake, yet it’s never boring to look at it. There is a sidewalk that was built last year. Now, our neighbors and I not only enjoy the lake view from our windows, but we can also walk alongside it. I’m blessed to live where I am.
My home is my sanctuary and has everything I need and I feel safe. I have kind, helpful neighbours who I can call on at any time. I have a garden that is an oasis of trees, shrubs and flowers with many birds coming and going which gives me so much joy.
I too enjoy the four seasons in the Twin Cities. A variety of birds visit the suet box, each singing their daily tunes. I have extended cousins who live close enough to share holiday meals with. There was a time when many were strangers to me and employment was hard to find. I’m grateful that I’ve been led to find and nourish friendships. My job provides me with many opportunities to be of service to others.
Olympia Washington has been my home since fall 2020. Living in the state of Washington is not something I would give up. We have a beautiful variety of geography, plans, living things, and also the kind of leadership that means I have policies I want to live with, like investing in biking and walking connections. Olympia itself has a delightful little downtown with only locally owned businesses. I can walk to an inlet on the Puget Sound within about 15 minutes of my home, a big beautiful forested Park in less than that, and a delicious bakery the other direction. We have bald eagles, herons, and so many other birds. I can ride my bike and feel safe and comfortable because we have many bike lanes and trails. People are friendly. And in my own home, we remodeled recently to give me a dream kitchen. We’re developing the yard to grow food and provide habitat with native plants. Our neighborhood is quiet and we have really nice neighbors. One of my best friends lives about a 7 minute bike ride away and this is the first time I’ve ever lived this close to a friend. That’s something I wouldn’t easily give up!
I live in a hollow surrounded by trees and a small creek running through it. The birds are abundant–all singing a beautiful song…and soon they will be quiet getting ready for the change of seasons. Our land is quiet- we barely see anyone else…maybe a neighbor once..maybe twice in a two week span. Our home is a refuge….of love, the love of nature and all the living things….and how very grateful I am to call this home.
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I think I live somewhere amazing — where I live in a larger city which actually I really like, one of the best things is I am able to see a diversity of people. There’s several large art museums, we have an opera company, there’s a diversity of new immigrants continually flowing in that make the city interesting and create a wide diversity of cultural experiences from Greek festivals to Filipino festivals, it’s nice to see people routinely who look different than you, dress different, are different in culture and thinking — there’s such a diversity and I really like that. I like how good our public transport is and how connected all the transport is where you can pretty much get anywhere in and around the city with public transport and maybe a short walk.
I love the diversity in restaurants and stores offering all kinds of foods, I love that I can go to buy all kinds of foods and make Middle Eastern food or Japanese or whatever it might be I can find the products easily. If I want to eat out there’s a diversity of places from Central Asian to German to nearly anything is available and it’s super cool to have that range of cultures. I like that because there is such a diversity there is so much choice in people — like there’s tons of run clubs, if one isn’t a good fit you can easily find another. It’s nice to not be locked in because there is only one choice in the area and so I like having that kind of choice. I love how easy it is to travel anywhere as like planes are always coming in and out of our city — where getting anywhere in the world isn’t too challenging in terms of arranging things.
I really like cities. I love the country and think it’s relaxing and wonderful — but I think fundamentally I’m a city person haha.
I live in a very small town and blessings abound. My very best friend I have ever made lives just a few blocks from me. I know that it is safe for my kids to do things like play in the neighborhood, walk to the library without me, or simply ride their bikes around the block. This is also how I ended up in education. The town is so small that the only real option for work, without commuting, is to work at the school. I started working as a para and now I am a long-term sub on my way to becoming a licensed teacher.
The ocean nearby as well as Narragansett Bay, lots of protected natural space. My home now I see a lot of wild life and there is wooded area with a trail out back. A small grocery store walking distance, post office and library near by. My Church is about 10 mins away. There is always so many things to do in this area compared to where I grew up. I love it!
I live in the country and life here is mostly possible without any hustle and bustle.
Everything you need for everyday life is available locally without a car.
There are enough jobs in the surrounding area so that the age structure of the residents is well mixed
There are various options for living here even in old age
We have a balanced climate with four wonderful seasons
We have no problems with politically extreme currents
Barba..It sounds as though where you live is perfect!! Good for you!! I love in the country as well…but groceries, etc are a 40 minute drive. Not many options for places to live. We are very Blessed to own our home…but as we age- we know we will not be able to continue living here. You sure sound happy!! Many Blessings to you!
Yes, Nannette, it’s nearly perfect. And yes, I also look to our age, to have the days confortable.
Love to you!
I live on a tropical island surrounded by beauty. For this, I am truly blessed.
Nature is beautiful everywhere I go I feel so grateful to Mother Nature. She gives and gives without limitations or boundaries. No labels of this is mine or yours- natures flow is coexisting and coexist is heaven.
USA -> our Freedoms and Rights, Religious Freedom, Culture Diversity, modern amenities
FL-> for the most part – nice weather throughout the year, no State taxes, beer/alcohol in grocery stores/cvs/gas stations – no ‘liquor stores’ like in PA, beautiful oak trees with Spanish moss, palm trees, fauna and flora; Disney World/Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure/Busch Gardens, gorgeous beaches
My neighborhood-> neighborhood peacocks
The peacocks of your neighborhood………..how many Michele? Enough to be called a muster?
my guess would be maybe around 100 or so around a 4-5 block area…
Impressive.
I am very fortunate indeed. I live in such a
beautiful place. It’s quiet and safe with so
much nature around me. My life seems to
have been a series of steps, getting me closer
and closer to this place.
I live in a senior complex. The grounds are kept up, I am near Lake Michigan, most folks are friendly, diverse community, several ethnic restaurants close by, convenient shopping, great medical facilities, a park system, close to the airport, attached garage, I feel safe, and a lot of light streaming in the
windows from different directions.
YRAM, It sounds like a lovely home. We are certainly Blessed!
We live on almost 2 acres with our home right in the middle of the property. It’s quiet, for the most part, and the dogs love running around patrolling and protecting. There’s a beautiful old pecan tree in the back yard that provides shade when the front yard is too hot for the dogs (and us) to play. I always wanted a fig tree and planted a baby sapling after we got married in 2021. I’ve loved watching it grow and will be sad to leave it behind when we move. This is the first home I’ve ever owned, and I have loved it. I’m grateful we moved to the country and will be grateful when we leave it.
I live in a quiet neighborhood. Across from my house is a lake. As I sit in front of the big window, I can see various views of the lake at different times of the day and different seasons of the year. One lake, yet it’s never boring to look at it. There is a sidewalk that was built last year. Now, our neighbors and I not only enjoy the lake view from our windows, but we can also walk alongside it. I’m blessed to live where I am.
Ngoc, the view from the big window in our living room is beautiful and peaceful.
My home is my sanctuary and has everything I need and I feel safe. I have kind, helpful neighbours who I can call on at any time. I have a garden that is an oasis of trees, shrubs and flowers with many birds coming and going which gives me so much joy.
I too enjoy the four seasons in the Twin Cities. A variety of birds visit the suet box, each singing their daily tunes. I have extended cousins who live close enough to share holiday meals with. There was a time when many were strangers to me and employment was hard to find. I’m grateful that I’ve been led to find and nourish friendships. My job provides me with many opportunities to be of service to others.
Carla, the winter of 22-23 was a crazy one, but I hope for a snowier one than last winter for sure. It can’t get any drier than the ladder.
Olympia Washington has been my home since fall 2020. Living in the state of Washington is not something I would give up. We have a beautiful variety of geography, plans, living things, and also the kind of leadership that means I have policies I want to live with, like investing in biking and walking connections. Olympia itself has a delightful little downtown with only locally owned businesses. I can walk to an inlet on the Puget Sound within about 15 minutes of my home, a big beautiful forested Park in less than that, and a delicious bakery the other direction. We have bald eagles, herons, and so many other birds. I can ride my bike and feel safe and comfortable because we have many bike lanes and trails. People are friendly. And in my own home, we remodeled recently to give me a dream kitchen. We’re developing the yard to grow food and provide habitat with native plants. Our neighborhood is quiet and we have really nice neighbors. One of my best friends lives about a 7 minute bike ride away and this is the first time I’ve ever lived this close to a friend. That’s something I wouldn’t easily give up!
I live in a hollow surrounded by trees and a small creek running through it. The birds are abundant–all singing a beautiful song…and soon they will be quiet getting ready for the change of seasons. Our land is quiet- we barely see anyone else…maybe a neighbor once..maybe twice in a two week span. Our home is a refuge….of love, the love of nature and all the living things….and how very grateful I am to call this home.