"I've spent my whole life exploring new places. Growing up, my family moved all over the US, from my birthplace of Cincinnati to Boston, Dallas, and various other cities. As an adult, I've continued that trend, moving to progressively smaller cities over the years, before settling in my current home: a New Hampshire college town of under7,000 people. I've never once moved because I disliked where I lived; in fact, each place was exactly what I wanted at that time in my life."
"There was always something new to experience, from restaurants to museums to day trips to spectacular ancient pyramids. Along with all the adventures, however, came the chaotic quirks of big-city life. Traffic was often so horrendous that getting out of the city took some effort, and with that traffic came pollution - if the air quality was too poor, I had to limit my outdoor exercise."
Lived in many U.S. cities from Cincinnati to Boston and Dallas, then moved as an adult from large metropolises to smaller places. After graduate school, chose Mexico City for adventure, enjoying restaurants, museums, and nearby ancient pyramids while coping with heavy traffic and occasional pollution that limited outdoor exercise. Later relocated to Washington, DC for a quieter but still urban pace with social connections. Continued moving toward progressively smaller cities, including Burlington, Vermont, and ultimately settling in a New Hampshire college town under7,000 residents. Job opportunities, relationships, and family proximity influenced decisions, while evolving interests and priorities guided choices toward a better lifestyle fit.
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