I have, to small town life, nice small town, good schools etc. and then back again to the city. My kid, a teen, wants to go back to the small town, the city has become to kinetic and chaotic for him now, he learned the grace of silence in nature...

Cities are great to visit from time to time, the cultural richness, the food, the distractions, but nothing can replace ones connection to a quiet mind, even in a teen, it is the true nature of our souls journey, not the noise of man made constructs. It is where they can hear the voice of their heart.

I myself am more than happy to indulge, as my motherhood is always enhanced my own personal sense of wellbeing through my connection to the natural world. I'll take a garden or forest of delight over a penthouse view any day.