Big cities may not be all there cracked up to be.
May? Obviously, much depends on what each person wants out of life. I've had multiple opportunities to move to the west coast and the east coast major population centers prior to retirement. Having a record of turning a few production facilities around was an advantage in being recruited but, I didn't wish to move my family to such an environment.
Big cities offer many things, both good and bad. Really depends on the individual's perspective. I have absolutely no desire to live near that many people, some folks do. We all make decisions in life that result in both good and bad consequences. As my ole Pappy used to say, Ya make yer own bed and have to sleep in it.
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