Having lived in NYC all of my life, it was hard to imagine places where I could consider living. After visiting, Paris, London, Seattle all seem viable though t

Having lived in NYC all of my life, it was hard to imagine places where I could consider living. After visiting, Paris, London, Seattle all seem viable though they would seem like lateral moves at best in terms of culture and quality of life so I stay here. That said, I don't like the trend of gentrification, classism, disparity, and the overall sterilization of the city so I would certainly go somewhere with some remaining personality that doesn't consist of the finding the latest "hidden gem" restaurant. I would really love to find a place that is safe, near a beach with clear water that I can swim in daily. I crave it. But I can't uproot my family. I have young children and depend on my family for help with caring for them. Moving would mean separating them from the people who love them and are invested in their lives and that would seem like a selfish move. So I stay here.