When choosing a place to live, many are influenced by various factors that are important to them. Proximity to work may be a major concern, or the availability of shopping and restaurants might be a consideration.
But if you drive out to the country, you will see that there are many who have forsaken the convenience of urban living in favor of a much simpler way of life.
In these outlying regions, they not only survive without the amenities of developed society, they thrive on the tranquility spawned by detachment and the serenity afforded by seclusion.
Is it so terrible to forego the monolithic mega-monstrosities of the metropolis for the bucolic bastions of rustic remoteness? I guess when you get right down to it, it just a matter of personal preference or overall expediency.
Either way, it's important to be satisfied and content in your domicile. Your residence should be a refuge from all that is stressful and agitating. So whether you are a city mouse or country mouse, be sure that your home is the one that is just right for you!
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Forget Starbucks, what about a grocery store? I moved from the urban city of Bethesda MD to the rural village of Lovettsville VA and it's a world of difference. Folks moving to the stick have to be prepared to stock, prepare, expect the unexpected and love nature.
The closest Starbucks is about 16 miles away in Leesburg, but the closest view of deer or turkey walking up the dirt road is right out my window.
Richard -
Continue to love your beautiful pictures. I know you spend a lot of time into taking them.
Spent last weekend in the little Lake Michigan Resort Town of South Haven MI.
No Starbucks, but a lot of locally-grown shops! Kind of refreshing, and nostalgic.
But, I'm a city kid. I need to hear the sound of gunfire out in the distance to remind me that, yes - I am still alive and kicking!
DEAN & DEAN'S TEAM CHICAGO
Hi Richard,
What a beautiful photograph!
Moving to the country (like any move) is a big undertaking. You correctly point out just a few of the many things to consider. An experienced agent can help their clients work through the issues they see, and resolve the issues they haven't thought of.
Take care, Laurie
I have always been a HUGE Starbucks fan. When I relocated to the North Georgia Mountains, I discovered that although there is a kiosk in the Kroger here, I prefer to visit a hometown coffee shop owned by some of the locals. The coffee is just as good, and the atmosphere is much better. I do have to say though, that I am a city girl. Being WAY out in the country is not for me. I'll have to save the deer watching for visits only. Great post.
Once again, great pic! I only do Starbucks in a pinch. I am a bean grinder. As long as I have electricity and running water I am happy.
Richard,
I was thinking of throwing in the city towel and moving to Lake Sinclair myself. One problem I don't know a realtor who can sell my house! ( lol)
On second thought, hot shower and cell service is a must. I don't ask for much, eh?
Richard - I prefer the country, the quiet, the space, the critters. But, we moved in a little closer this time for some of the conveniences, got tired of driving 15 miles to something other than a Waffle House, McDonald's or WalMart.
Richard, great picture. We are fortunate here in our area, you can be in the country and still be only 15-45 minutes from anything that you need including a international airport.
Lenn...
And only YOU can decide your preference ... I believe that most folks living n outlying areas fear the developer's bulldozer more than anything! Thanks for the comment!
Dean...
An associate and I were in one of the less affluent sections of Atlanta one day, and I told him "The crime here is NOT as bad as everyone thinks it is." No sooner had the words got out of my mouth we heard the report of a firearm discharged three times! Ah, city life!
Laurie...
Our county offers both options, but there is less and less "country" every day! THX
Richard: Maybe one day I can forgo the comforts of being near an urban center. Right now, I think I would go crazy. My Mom would laugh if she heard me talking like this, because she did grow up on a farm in the middle of nowhere. And she taught me things a lot of young girls my age didn't learn. I knew how to bake, cook and sew before I was teenager.
Kimberly...
Some spots are more remote than other now! Even Ellijay and Blue Ridge have "urbanized" quite a bit, so there are places with nice middle ground!
Mel...
I grind my own every morning and also every night in the winter. The rest of the time it's FREE coffee at the office! ;)
Darin...
LOL, sorry, I don't have a Florida license, but thanks for asking!
Mel...
I wasn't talking about Antarctica! lol
Mike...
It's a trade-off for everyone, that's why we keep selling property! Thanks my politically charged friend!!!
Patty and Scott...
I think that there are more and more of those "Twilight Zone" areas now, great sales stuff! THX
I love your title because I have always told my husband if its too small for starbucks it too small for me.
Richard, forget Starbucks. Buy the beans (green /unroasted) yourself, get a small home roaster, roast them in a small batch, grind them and brew them in your kitchen. Fill your cup. Go sit on the front porch and sip the most wonderful coffee you have ever had in your life and enjoy the reason you moved to the country in the first place.
Heaven, my friend, heaven!!!
Bo
And I was thinking of a John Denver song. Thanks now it is stuck in my head.
Richard,
Good morning. I've experienced both worlds. And as I look back now I can remember when we lived in the country my folks going Grocery shopping every two weeks or so. I remember my mom doing our laundry and hanging it out on the line. I remember the "trips" into town to restock on groceries, go to the bank, run a few errands...it was the thing to do...and we wore our Sunday's Best!
Pan now to several years later...and 5 kids later...we're now near Mickey Mouse...going here and there and everywhere...there's a restaurant, a gas station, a bank, a grocery store in every direction you look...and let's not forget DISNEY! It's just 5 minutes away and life is good!!!
P.S.
I LOVED THE PHOTO! It really takes me back!!! Thank you.
Hi Richard. Beautiful picture. I am proud of you for disagreeing on Jason's post this morning. Most other Realtors loved it. I think they were puckering up!
I hope all is well and will be following your posts in the future.
Thanks for writing.
Ken
Ah! The developer. Not where I live. The zoning has been changed to preserve farm land and the zoning is 30 acres or more. Not much development going to happen around Western Loudoun County unless they are already permitted.
Not that it matters with $350-$4.00 gasoline, few are buying out here anyway.
Chris Ann...
In the old days, they called the remote areas the "land of do without!" So they had to learn all of the skills you described for survival. While that is not the case these days, we still expect our "conveniences" to be "convenient!" Thanks.
Mary...
That is too funny, I was trying to think of an "unnecessary necessity" and Starbucks popped into my brain!
Bo...
I have never roasted my own, but since I like a dark roast, I may try your suggestion. It sounds wonderful and I'll bet the flavor and aroma is fantastic!
Mel...
One of my favorites, I play it on my guitar here in the office!
Rebecca...
Thanks for the story of your "transformation!" There's another story about this photo that belongs in its own post so I'll pass it along later!
Ken...
Jason is VERY open-minded and doesn't mind a squeaky wheel at all! We have a mutual respect for each other, and we both write from the heart with feelings! He's a great guy, and if you don't agree with him,let him know and you'll soon become great friends!
Lenn...
In our county, there are some 10 acre zones, some 5 acre and some 3. Thank goodness that the minimum for any house on septic tank was raised to 2 acres. So basically, what we have is this. If you're on sewer, 5 houses to an acre like sardines. If not, at least 2 acres minimum, some more. Right now, I can live with that!
Richard...I enjoy the convenience of the rural living, where I can run the garbage out in my underwear and the only one I will scare are the squirrels and the deer.
Richard- I have heard of people wanting to be only a certain # of miles from a Wal-Mart. With gas prices high, I think more people are looking at proximity to shopping, schools and work. Everything location has gives and takes.
Richard, I love country roads and your exquisite photo reminds me why. I personally like living in suburbia, country roads near the city.
Richard,
I don't have to worry about being in the right place, nope not me. momma sez we will not live anywhere that there is not a wal-mart or grocery store really close by. She is talking within a 5 min. drive.
But my friend you are so right especially when it comes time for right sizing. You make a very good point in your post sir.
I grew up in the country, and I couldn't wait to leave. Now when I go on vacation, I choose to go places to get away from all chaos and congestion of a life in a convenient location.
Bill...
It must be working, as I have heard that there are no deer or squirrels around your house! ;)
Lori...
The name "Wal-mart" comes up on many occasion in this business .. but after all ... it IS a place that you can get ANYTHING!
Gary...
Where I live now used to be a bedroom community, now it's suburbia. Thing change FAST!
Don...
That's why there are houses EVERYWHERE! Thanks, as always.
Rain...
And I'll bet that country folks go to the big city!
What a beautiful photo! I love the country but can't get past the ease of living in town....so I picked a small one!
Richard, your post are great!! I especially enjoy all of your great photos!! keep them coming!!
Mandi...
I live in what used to be a small town. We have everything now but our downtown still has that nice small town feel, and we still have some good rural areas out in the county, so I guess I like where I live!
Andy...
It's hard to believe all of the photos and posts I've managed to put up! I'm thrilled to share them with everyone!
I've lived in a city with 1,000,000 people and more than 400 miles from the nearest person. 400 miles is a bit much these days, but I do like living in the country.
Hello, thought I'd jump over here from Rich Jacobson's blog when you mentioned Starbucks! LOL! This is a great topic that you've blogged about, and I like the alliteration you use. Yes, this is a good one to take back to Rich--- and ask for a refill. Cheers!
Jesse...
400 miles is a bit much ANYTIME! I'm still gaga over those photos on your post, I'm very impressed!
Mara...
You are the first one that ever mentioned the alliteration. I use it a lot in my posts and I always wondered if anyone noticed! My favorite of all time was Spiro Agnew's description of the press as:
"nattering nabobs of negativism"
Great stuff!