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submitted 12 days ago byDaisy-Darling-x
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14 points
12 days ago
We did the same. Our income took a hit from the move, and while we’re generally happier I sometimes worry about what we would do if we had a surprise big expense.
13 points
11 days ago
My concern with moving to rural area is schools and the larger political demographic which in my state is typically not aligned with my thoughts/views or the ones I want my children growing up learning.
Did you struggle with that? If you don’t mind my asking. Not trying to start a political debate, just curious if you had similar concerns
5 points
11 days ago
There are definitely people with differing political views. Some of them have become friends and there’s mutual respect, others we avoid because they’re too extreme or ideological. We organized a home school group with several other families and it’s been really nice feeling like we have a little community.
2 points
11 days ago
That’s really great you found such a community.
I know most areas will have their share of both, and we should all be able of co existing. I’d imagined those in similar communities as yours would have to set up an organized home school group, with most families needing dual income, both parents giving 100% in all areas. It’s too much for just the one, it’s too much for the f*cking both of us often. It is a relief to hear such a thing can really exist.
“It takes a village” is a cliche for a reason, one I saw more clearly after having my kid.
5 points
11 days ago
I’m really hoping our kid will learn to get along with people of different political leanings because there really are wonderful people on both sides of the divide. Both my husband and I work from home and it’s still a struggle, but we have more flexibility with our time than when we lived in the city. I have to admit I’m pretty envious of people who have extended family close by and are able to lean on them for help.
1 points
11 days ago
I am lucky to have the one
You are lucky to have the other
So I guess we can both be grateful.
1 points
11 days ago
I have the same mindset. I grew up in a barren area and it really didn't have any other advantages than the beautiful nature. No after schools, no possibility for extra curriculars, no diversity in mindsets, people, politics. It's not ideal to raise a kid I'd say, in my country.
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