We moved our kids from a small town to Chicago. They're more independent, and we have more to do.
We moved our two young kids from a small rural town to Chicago. It was the best decision for our family — here's why.
The author and her children have come to enjoy life in Chicago more than they did in a small town in New Jersey, where they had lived since 2020. Initially, the family moved to the rural town because the husband had a job there, but after five years, they decided to make the move back to Chicago. The family now enjoys more independence and a wealth of activities within walking distance, from coffee shops to parks to the Wicker Park farmers market.
Their children, who were once more dependent on their parents, have become more capable and confident, navigating the city's public spaces and interacting with their community. While the move required giving up a backyard, the author believes that city life offers a different kind of abundance, characterized by accessible parks, libraries, and social interactions that enrich their children's childhoods.
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