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I live in a city now but I'm from rural East Texas. Work needs brought me into urban life and altho I miss the country I don't miss a few things.
• Snakes, you need to learn to ID them. DO NOT kill them all, most are important.
• Keep your important pets inside, coyotes will take them even during the day.
• Big storms mean no power for hours so you need a robust generator.
• Trips to the grocery store are for the month not the week, so you need appropriate storage.
• Transients or what they call "homeless" in the cities do exist in the country. They can surprise you if you're walking your property after dark. A robust fencing system helps but won't completely stop them from trespassing. You'll still find the trash they leave behind.
• Not really an issue for locals that grew up there but the community will be curious about new residents and will want to know your business.
Other than those things for me, rural life is golden. Quiet, low pace and generally you have more control over your day. If you have a career that can support it I say go for it.
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