I moved up here a from Pennsylvania a while back!

Pros-

• space (i can have a full garden)
• i can see the stars
• paddling within a 2 minute drive to the nearest lake
• i’m responsible for my own heating fuel (ie i don’t have to depend on a pipe in the wall, i can stock up on wood)
• it’s normally quiet, but i can go somewhere else if i want to see people
• poutine
• easy to chat with local decision makers

Cons-

• loads more chores
• CMP
• much fewer random interactions with strangers
• finding medical care is a nightmare
• no “good and quick” takeout, like i need to drive a half hour if i’m feeling too lazy to cook at home- so i just cook at home

Similarities-

• Amish and whoopie pies

there’s a load more, but i’ll stop there for now