The author reflects on their time living in Portland, Oregon, where they enjoyed the vibrancy and culture of the city during college. However, following graduation, a need for a break from the hustle and high cost of living prompted a move to Baker City, a quieter rural area. Initially seeking tranquility away from the bustling city life, the author later discovered that they missed the conveniences and excitement of Portland, highlighting the contrasting lifestyles of urban and rural living and leading to valuable introspection about personal priorities.
I swore I'd never leave my beloved city, but I later realized doing so was the best option for me.
The city felt so busy, and the high cost of living was tough to manage as a single person living on my own.
At first, I thought I just needed a temporary break from Portland...I knew I couldn't slow down and just breathe while living in Portland.
Affordable, quaint, and quiet, Baker City was just the break I needed.
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