The Boston Globe publishes a recent series of readers’ comments about the merits of city versus suburban living.
"City vs. suburbs -- everybody seems to feel strongly about the differences. In recent articles published by the Globe's regional suburban sections, readers weighed in on why they can do without the urban life, thank you very much."
Suburban dwellers had their chance to comment on the city's undesirable traits too. A common theme -- no parking.
"Sure, people can sometimes be rude, I could find a cheaper apartment elsewhere, driving is a bit insane at times, and my suburban friends don't like to visit -- ''There's no place to park!" -- but that comes with the territory. I live in the city for the benefits that I can't get in the suburbs: mobility and livability.
When I'm looking for something to do, a short walk offers me a wide variety of restaurants, bars, and clubs just outside my door. A hop on the T brings me to all the other entertainment Boston has to offer.
The main reason I like the city, however, is the sense of place it provides. There's always something going on, people walking about. The buzz of activity around me makes living here exciting. I'm sure living in a big house on a cul-de-sac is nice for some, but for me, the city is the place that makes me feel truly alive."
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