My city and suburban mom friends often make me feel a twinge of jealousy. They have Wi-Fi at their fingertips, endless coffee shops, and well-lit streets. I can’t even remember the last time I stepped on a sidewalk since I live in a rural paradise. I often find myself daydreaming about drive-thru grocery stores and living on a cul-de-sac where my kids could ride bikes and play ball. The green-eyed monster surfaces as I think about the fun outings my urban pals enjoy — like a night out at a trendy bar.
But while my rural life can sometimes feel isolating, there are definitely some advantages that my city-dwelling counterparts can only dream of. For instance, I can:
- Sunbathe in the Buff – As long as the kids are away, of course! Just a little DEET to ward off those pesky bugs, and I’m all set. No tan lines here!
- Stock Up on Booze – It’s practically a requirement to buy alcohol in bulk when the nearest decent store is half an hour away. Hello, wine boxes!
- Let the Kids Roar – My little ones can yell and run amok without a neighbor in earshot. And guess what? They won’t hear me off-key belting out Adele while I’m weeding the garden.
- Drop-off Fashion Freedom – No one judges my school drop-off attire here. Flannel shirts and old yoga pants reign supreme. Most kids catch the bus, so I can just throw a coat over my jammies while I shuffle my kid to the mailbox.
- Carefree Adventures – Letting my kids climb trees or play unsupervised while I sip coffee from the dining room window? No one bats an eye. Talk about living on the edge!
- Laundry Day Liberation – I can hang my clothes out to dry without worrying about my neighbors judging my period panties flapping in the breeze.
- Curb Appeal? What’s That? – A couple of carefully placed hedges and a mailbox dangling from a tree is all I need to keep things looking “presentable.”
- Treasure Hunting at the Dump – With no trash pickup, we have a local dump with a “second-time around” section. I’ve snagged some amazing finds for my home, from mason jars to DIY patio furniture. If only I had Wi-Fi for Pinterest inspiration!
- All-Day Playdates – When we host playdates, they turn into marathon events where parents sip wine while the kids get dirty and worn out from hours of outdoor fun. It’s like a mix of camping and daycare!
- Nature Lovers’ Paradise – No one raises an eyebrow when my kids pick up snakes, frogs, or bugs. Our porch looks like a naturalist’s dream come true.
So, while I may occasionally envy the conveniences of city life, the perks of my rural existence certainly have their charm. There are days I’d gladly swap the tree line for a city skyline, but I wouldn’t trade my unique experiences for anything.
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Summary: Living as a rural mom has its challenges, but it also comes with unique freedoms and perks that city moms might only dream of. From sunbathing without worry to allowing kids to play freely outdoors, the rural lifestyle offers a distinctive charm that makes it all worthwhile.