L.A. Discontent

catfish · 03-08-2008, 08:49 AM

L.A. Discontent

I just had a revelation I had to share.

I read these forums, wondering why in the heck anyone would want to move
here. I've lived here my whole life (40+ years), and I just want out of
here.

I get it. I finally get it. CA is beautiful. The opportunities are seemingly
endless. The lifestyle is varied and fun. I get it, finally.

But, I also understand why I am so unhappy here. I remember when rush hour
only lasted an hour each way. I remember when the only "violence" at the
public schools was a fist fight. I remember when the majority of homes were
single family, on a large-ish lot. I remember when our communities were
cohesive...people smiled at each other. Neighbors knew each other, and
looked out for each other. It was never perfect, but it was slower and not
so congested.

So, this is kind of an apology for negative comments I've made, but at the
same time, an explanation. If you come here from another state, it seems
really cool because...it's California. If you've lived here all your life,
and you've seen your little town become congested and traffic afflicted, and
the weather is all you enjoy, it's not worth it anymore. When you avoid
driving, unless you absolutely have to, it's not worth it anymore. I've
become very claustrophobic in the past few years due to the sheer number of
condos and cars and people. I have a great view of the mountains, though.
It's no longer worth it.

03-08-2008, 08:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
catfish Member Join Date: Aug 15th, 2007 Location: North Central Arkansas Posts: 616	L.A. Discontent L.A. Discontent I just had a revelation I had to share. I read these forums, wondering why in the heck anyone would want to move here. I've lived here my whole life (40+ years), and I just want out of here. I get it. I finally get it. CA is beautiful. The opportunities are seemingly endless. The lifestyle is varied and fun. I get it, finally. But, I also understand why I am so unhappy here. I remember when rush hour only lasted an hour each way. I remember when the only "violence" at the public schools was a fist fight. I remember when the majority of homes were single family, on a large-ish lot. I remember when our communities were cohesive...people smiled at each other. Neighbors knew each other, and looked out for each other. It was never perfect, but it was slower and not so congested. So, this is kind of an apology for negative comments I've made, but at the same time, an explanation. If you come here from another state, it seems really cool because...it's California. If you've lived here all your life, and you've seen your little town become congested and traffic afflicted, and the weather is all you enjoy, it's not worth it anymore. When you avoid driving, unless you absolutely have to, it's not worth it anymore. I've become very claustrophobic in the past few years due to the sheer number of condos and cars and people. I have a great view of the mountains, though. It's no longer worth it.