"the novelty of walking to a convenient store" <- this sounds funny Not sure if sarcasm or figure of style of some sorts. If neither I recommend traveling to E

"the novelty of walking to a convenient store" <- this sounds funny Not sure if sarcasm or figure of style of some sorts. If neither I recommend traveling to European/Asian/UK/Commonwealth cities where walking, convenience and safety are all combined seamlessly for large parts, if not whole, cities.