I Grew Up in a Small Town and Then Moved to a Big City

I grew up in a small town and then moved to a big city, so I have experienced the good and bad sides of both. I never thought that I would like living in a big city, but I was wrong. After ten years of living in one, I can't imagine ever living in a small town again.
Small towns and big cities both have some problems in te1ms of transpmtation. In a small town, you have to own a car to ensure a comfmtable living. You can't get around without one because there isn't any kind of public transpmtation. Big cities generally have heavy traffic and expensive parking, but there you have a choice of taking public transpmtation. It's not free, but it's often cheaper than driving when you consider gas and time. Especially if you don't have a car, you're better off in the city.
I love the excitement of big cities. Small towns have a slow pace. Large cities mean you have to adapt to a variety of situations, like finding a new route to work or t1ying a new restaurant. I enjoy that challenge ve1y much. Another pan of the excitement of city living is the variety of cultural activities available. There is a wide assmtment of theatre, music and dance perfmmances available in big cities. These things are rare in small ones.
The fmal thing I like about large cities is the diversity of the people. The United States is made up of people of different races, religions, abilities, and interests. However, you seldom fmd such a variety of people in a smaller town. I think that living in an area where eve1yone was just like me would quickly become boring.
Of course, security is a concem, and that's one area where small towns are superior to big cities.
Still, I would rather be a bit more cautious and live in a large city than to feel secure but bored.