The author initially moved from Miami to a small town in Florida to save money while planning a future in Portland, Oregon. However, after living in Central Florida for 15 years, the author has found joy in the laid-back lifestyle and access to nature, realizing the benefits of a slower pace. While Miami's hustle and vibrant city life were once appealing, they led to financial struggles and a constant race to keep up. Ultimately, the small-town life has fostered rest and a more satisfying upbringing for the author's son.
I decided to start saving up to move to Portland, Oregon, a city with a lower cost of living that I'd fantasized about for years because of its vibrant culture and ample access to nature.
Although this move was supposed to be temporary, I'm still happily here 15 years later and hope to retire in a small Florida town.
Miami was fun, but I liked learning how to rest in a slower-paced town.
...I grew to prefer the small-town way of life that encourages rest and time at home.
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