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vanamonde

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4. I had to move away from Sparks NV because of this kind of thing

Fri Jun 19, 2026, 07:33 PM

Jun 19

I tried for 3 years to like it there because my daughter and family live there, but it seemed that every time I returned home from an errand (especially when on foot or bike) I was either frustrated, scared, or downright angry.

I found a small town about 90 miles away, Susanville CA, where I am much happier. Less expensive, much quieter and relaxed, most folks are friendly. The town has some rough edges but overall the move is a positive experience.

Eighteen months after I moved here Inc magazine published this:
https://moneyinc.com/the-30-most-peaceful-places-to-live-in-california/
Susanville topped the list.

I hope you can find some peace.

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Within a few miles of my house today I experienced a microcosm of the USA [View all] Brenda Jun 19 OP

Quite an adventure just going to the DG...perhaps go to another DG located nearby instead of that one particular SWBTATTReg Jun 19 #1

I went to the other DG near me about a month ago. Brenda Jun 19 #2

A lot of people in Seattle drive Turbineguy Jun 19 #3

I worked as a bike courier in Seattle GenThePerservering Jun 19 #9

I had to move away from Sparks NV because of this kind of thing vanamonde Jun 19 #4

Good for you! Now you've attracted a whole lot of us to join you. erronis Jun 19 #6

Lassen county is deep red vanamonde Jun 19 #7

I run errands for lots of folks that can only afford DG and Walmart. erronis Jun 19 #5

DG's vary widely. cab67 Jun 19 #8