From Mexico City to Small-Town New Hampshire, a Lifestyle Journey

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The author has spent his adult life moving to different cities, each one smaller than the last. After living in the bustling metropolis of Mexico City and the fast-paced energy of Washington, D.C., he’s now settled in the small college town of Plymouth, New Hampshire, where he enjoys a quieter lifestyle filled with outdoor activities and a strong sense of community.

Why it matters

This story highlights how our priorities and interests can shift as we move through different life stages, and how finding the right environment to match those changes can be incredibly fulfilling. It also showcases the benefits of living in smaller, more close-knit communities, which can offer a greater connection to nature and a stronger sense of community.

The details

The author’s journey began in his mid-20s when he moved from the U.S. to the bustling metropolis of Mexico City, drawn by the city’s endless adventures and cultural experiences. However, after a few years, he was ready for a slower pace and moved to Washington, D.C., a city of around 700,000 people. There, he enjoyed the benefits of city life but grew tired of the traffic and the buttoned-up social scene. When a job opportunity arose in Burlington, Vermont, a city of 45,000, he jumped at the chance. Finally, the author and his partner settled in Plymouth, New Hampshire, a college town of under 7,000 people, where they now enjoy a lifestyle filled with outdoor activities, a close-knit community, and the ability to have a spacious home with a large yard.

• In his mid-20s, the author moved to Mexico City.
• After a few years in Mexico City, the author moved to Washington, D.C., where he lived for six years.
• The author then moved to Burlington, Vermont, where he lived for six years.
• The author and his partner have now been living in Plymouth, New Hampshire, for almost five years.