Culture Shock Moving from City to Country: Real Stories

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“I grew up in a diverse environment where if you had to get something done, you did it. When I moved after the pandemic to the Catskills, it felt like I was trapped in a time loop. Everyone seems to be stuck in molasses up here. You need a key copy made? It’ll be done in two weeks. Need two gallons of paint? They need the weekend to make it for you. Need groceries on a budget? The closest major retailers are a 30-minute drive away. The grocery store in town can jack up their prices because it’s the only one locally. All these little things add up, which is why I’m thankful for moving soon.”

—Raven, from the city to the Catskills