Well duh, this makes sense. But 45 minutes out of the city you lose many of the perks -- easier and healthier (more walking, less car) access to shopping, food,

Well duh, this makes sense. But 45 minutes out of the city you lose many of the perks -- easier and healthier (more walking, less car) access to shopping, food, services, etc. Do you have kids? I still don't understand the suburban escape when people have children. Going from a city with tons of services near you (for the kids!) to driving everywhere.