The Positives and Negatives of Living in a Village

 

Living in a village has many advantages over city life, but it also has its downfalls too. Before deciding whether or not to move to the country, it’s worth considering the pros and cons of living in a rural village compared to living in an urban city.

Things I love about living in a village:

I love the sense of community here because no matter how many people leave or come back to our village, we always have people to talk to. Even if I don't see them for weeks or months at a time, it's always nice when we bump into each other and I get a hug.

We also grow most of our food at home so even though there are limited options for shopping, what we do buy is locally sourced. Farmers here know us by name (or nickname) and will call out 'Good morning!' as we walk past their stand early in the morning. Another great thing about living in a village is that we're not just surrounded by nature - you can go from feeling like you're in the country with large animals around you to feeling like you're deep in the forest where the only sound you hear is the wind blowing through leaves on trees.

Farmers who live near us use agriculture to create large gardens and they often plant things that my family likes, such as tomatoes and zucchini.

Why I love living outside of town:

Recently, I attended the Rural Summit hosted by Maple Farmstead Cheese Co. and was pleasantly surprised with what I learned. In attendance were folks who live both in rural areas as well as urban areas (although I'm quite sure all of them are city dwellers at heart). They ranged from farmers to school boards, local government officials to representatives of non-profit organizations, including Maple Farmstead Co-Owner Steve Jones.

When asked about their favorite thing about living outside of town they all agreed on the same thing: farmers’ markets. The reason they loved them so much? One attendee said that farmers’ markets have helped to keep agriculture alive because people can support local agriculture and pay farmers what they're worth for the hard work they do every day without having to leave their town.

It's also a great way to get to know your neighbors and for kids to learn where food comes from. Another attendee mentioned how there is less trash in her small town because everything is either reusable or recyclable - not simply disposed of. It has also made her more connected with her community.

Things I miss about city living:

Living in the city, there is always something to do. There are restaurants, bars, clubs, sporting events, and more. Life moves at a much faster pace than living in a village, where everything closes early and people go to bed early. I've come to appreciate the relaxation that comes with living life on your own time because for many years I was burning out from all of the hustle and bustle of city life.

 But then again, after some time away I've started feeling restless when no one is on the streets or stores close by... and my neighbors are so nice!

 It's been such a great experience getting to know them and I love being able to walk down the street any time of day or night without feeling scared like you would in a big city. In addition, our school district is amazing here so that has also been another positive!

 I think it's about finding balance. Yes, there are disadvantages to living in a rural area but as long as you have access to good internet service (we have it) then you can live just about anywhere nowadays!

 In terms of cost of living, we pay less here and although housing prices are higher they make up for it with lower taxes which gives us more money left over each month!

 Things I don’t like about living in a village:

 Things I don’t like about living in the village include the fact that your life is not as structured. There is no set work schedule so you end up always going to bed late, waking up early, and having way too much idle time in between those two parts of the day. That may sound nice to someone who likes a lazy morning but for me, it is stressful because I am always on edge waiting for my next task.

Also, when people are home from work they might not want to be around anyone else so it can be difficult having social interactions sometimes with friends or family. Plus, houses are pretty messy in comparison to what you see on television with shows like Home Improvement, everything just has to stay all cluttered together since there's not enough room.

Rural residents often have to do tasks that urban residents would never consider doing, such as clearing out septic tanks. People in villages also tend to get bored more easily because there are not many things to do here other than going into town every once in a while. Another downside is the lack of diversity and variety of food available here compared to large grocery stores where you can buy exotic foods such as mushrooms from Asia or pineapples from South America

Disadvantages of living in a village:

In the village, there are many drawbacks. The housing market is very limited, in most villages, it's difficult to find adequate housing that can accommodate large families. Secondly, the jobs market is difficult. Many people in the village rely on farming as their primary income; there aren't many other career opportunities to pursue in the rural environment.

The schools in the village don't have enough resources to provide students with an education comparable to what they would receive if they lived in a city. Finally, living in a rural community often means you're going to have less access to amenities like entertainment, shopping malls, or public transportation which may make accessing necessities more difficult.

Advantages of living in a village:

A few of the advantages of living in a village are that it is close to nature, there are fewer crowds and hustle, and the residents know one another. One disadvantage of living in a village is that services are limited. Services such as shopping, restaurants, and schools can be miles away from the village. Many people find this inconvenient.

Another disadvantage is safety. Villages may not have adequate policing or emergency medical care facilities which could result in longer response times for emergencies. Crime rates can also be higher than in larger cities so individuals should always stay alert and aware of their surroundings when out alone after dark or even during daylight hours if they are walking through unfamiliar areas like parks or wooded areas near their home. Some villages have public bus services but others do not.

Those who live in a village without bus service would need to use carpooling, hitchhiking, bike riding, or their own two feet to get around town. Also, some rural communities don't have sidewalks, so pedestrians walk on dirt roads with no shoulder, risking cars swerving off into them. Individuals should be careful about crossing busy streets as drivers might not see them until it's too late. As a result of all these potential dangers, some people choose to avoid living in the village altogether.